New ZealandAverage weather for Canterbury in March
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.
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. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
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.
In March, there is an average of 55 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Canterbury in March |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
20°C | 11°C | |
 Max. temperature |
23°C | 14°C | |
| Min. temperature |
18°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
55 mm | 63 mm | |
| Rainy days |
8 days | 10 days | |
February
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.
Is March a good time to visit Canterbury?
Looking for great weather? March is a good time to be in Canterbury. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
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.
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Daily Temperature in March in Canterbury
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in March for Canterbury, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in March in Canterbury
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for Canterbury, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for March, you can expect about 8 days of precipitation in Canterbury.
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.
Temperature in March in Canterbury over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in Canterbury, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in March in Canterbury over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in Canterbury, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
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.
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Average weather in Canterbury by month
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