Average weather for Rotorua in March
It's pleasantly warm in March in Rotorua with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 24°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 14°C.
Start of March
The month of March starts in Rotorua with warm temps, averaging around 24°C during the day and nights around 14°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 22°C, with nights around 13°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Rotorua is around 22°C, while nighttime temps are about 13°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In March, there is an average of 71 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Rotorua in March |
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22°C | 11°C | |
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24°C | 14°C | |
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21°C | -5°C | |
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71 mm | 63 mm | |
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10 days | 10 days |
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 Rotorua?
Looking for great weather? March is a good time to be in Rotorua. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 26°C in 2019, Rotorua reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 15°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 19°C.
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Daily Temperature in March in Rotorua
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in March for Rotorua, 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 Rotorua
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for Rotorua, 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 10 days of precipitation in Rotorua.
Daily UV index in March in Rotorua
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Rotorua, 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 Rotorua over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in Rotorua, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in March in Rotorua over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in Rotorua, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in March for Rotorua
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Rotorua. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Rotorua by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Rotorua. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.