Cool
Average highs are around 17°C, so pack for cooler days.
March verdict
The Catlins, New Zealand in March
Weather score25Poor
Poor for holiday weather
Average highs are around 17°C, so pack for cooler days. Sunshine averages 4.2h per day, so this is not one of the brighter months. Rainfall averages 93mm, so some wet days are possible.
March weather
Monthly averages
Temp
17°C
Rain
93mm
Sun
4.2h
Sea
13°C
Weather score
25
Poor
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Showers
Rainfall averages 93mm, so some wet days are possible.
Limited sun
Sunshine averages 4.2h per day, so this is not one of the brighter months.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 13°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare The Catlins, New Zealand with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
March17°C average high
March sits in the warmer part of the year, so midday sightseeing can feel heavier than in cooler months.
Warmest monthsJanuary to March and December
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
March93mm average rain
March sits near The Catlins' yearly rainfall average, so rain is a normal planning factor rather than an outlier.
Driest monthsJanuary to April and July to December
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
March4.2 hours average sun
March sits close to The Catlins' yearly sunshine average, so it is a middle-of-the-pack month for bright days.
Brightest monthsJanuary to February and October to December
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
March13°C average sea
March sits in the warmer sea-temperature season, usually making swimming easier to enjoy.
Warmest seaJanuary to April and December
Sea temperatures are usually near 13°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
March25 weather score
March sits close to The Catlins' yearly weather-score average, giving a typical overall read on the month.
Best weather monthsJanuary to February and December
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.