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New ZealandThe weather in March in Canterbury
It's pleasantly warm in March in Canterbury with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 13°C.
Looking for great weather? March is a good time to be in Canterbury. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in March for Canterbury, New Zealand. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2016, Canterbury reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 0°C to a highest value of 21°C.
Rainfall amount
In March, there is an average of 55 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in March for Canterbury
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Canterbury. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
March weather comparison
| Canterbury | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 20°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 23°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 9°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 55 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 9 days | 10 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Canterbury with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 12°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps drop to around 21°C, with nights around 11°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Canterbury is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in March in Canterbury, New Zealand. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in March in Canterbury
Temperature in March in Canterbury over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March in Canterbury, New Zealand. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in March in Canterbury
Total precipitation in March in Canterbury over the years
Daily UV index in March in Canterbury
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Canterbury, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Canterbury by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Canterbury. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.