What March feels like in Auckland
For Auckland, March is early autumn on the calendar (Auckland is in the southern hemisphere, so the seasons run opposite to Europe and North America). Mild afternoons make it easy to spend hours outdoors. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights stay mild and the temperature hardly changes after dark. Humidity is on the high side, but mild temperatures keep it comfortable.
Rain in Auckland in March
Expect a mix of dry and wet days, with rain about one day in 3. Each rainy day adds about 8.8 mm (0.3 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. Across the year Auckland averages about 7.9 mm per rainy day, so March is typical. It is among the three driest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in March
In mid-March, sunrise is at about 7:19 am and sunset at about 7:42 pm (local time) — 12 h 23 min of daylight. Compared with mid-February, the day has lost 1 h 5 min. Measured sunshine covers about 83% of the daylight — skies are mostly clear.
How March compares to the rest of the year
March is the 3rd warmest month of the year in Auckland. Compared with February, afternoons are 1.4°C (2.5°F) cooler, with 3 mm more rain. The cooling trend carries on into April. By April, typical highs are 19.4°C (66.9°F).
Who March suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — daytime temperatures are fine for walking around.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — pleasant for gardens, parks and riversides.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
Tips for visiting Auckland in March
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Sunglasses
Plenty of sun, so bring sunglasses and a cap.
Quick questions
How warm is Auckland in March?
It feels mild: typical highs are 21.6°C (70.9°F), with lows near 16.2°C (61.2°F).
Does it rain a lot in Auckland in March?
Quite a lot — 80 mm spread over about 9 days.
What should I wear in Auckland in March?
Pack rain protection and sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is March or April better for visiting Auckland?
March, narrowly: it ranks #2 of 12 among Auckland's months, against #4 for the other. April is cooler and has more rainy days.