Waitomo Caves weather in March (Waikato, New Zealand)

Can you expect sunny skies in Waitomo Caves in March? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

During March, Waitomo Caves experiences perfect weather, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. March ushers in the summer season. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 22°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 13°C.

Precipitation

Waitomo Caves in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 91 mm for the month. Known for its minimal rainfall, this month is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Take advantage of the dry conditions to explore and enjoy various activities. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 12 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

With approximately 195 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, March is a prime time to visit Waitomo Caves. January and March typically offer the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Waitomo Caves climate page with graphs.

 

Waitomo Caves, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 13°C  

Max Temperature 22°C  

Chance of Rain 41%  

Precipitation 91 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 85% *  

Sunshine 195 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Hamilton, New Zealand (55 KM, 34 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in March

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Waitomo Caves, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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