What is the weather like in Christchurch in March?

Expect temperatures between 11°C and 20°C with 16% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Christchurch in March?

Christchurch in March scores 66/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Very good conditions overall.

Who should visit Christchurch in March?

March in Christchurch is ideal for: Families with children, Elderly travelers, Outdoor enthusiasts, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples.

Christchurch Weather in March | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

20°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

11°C

Coolest around day 31

Rainy Days

0days

16% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Sea Temperature in March

Pacific Ocean

17.9°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

💧Refreshing

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

🏄Cool, wetsuits recommended

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Pacific Ocean

Christchurch coastline

Essential Travel Info for Christchurch

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Currency

NZD

$ New Zealand dollar

Language

English

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Driving

Left side

Safety

Very High Safety

GPI: 1.269

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Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

42/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Aug

Low

Jan

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Jan

Feb

Mar

108

Apr

115

May

Jun

Jul

125

Aug

116

Sep

Oct

Nov

109

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

6 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to New Zealand. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to New Zealand.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in New Zealand.If rabies exposures occur while in New Zealand, rabies vaccines may only be available in larger suburban/urban medical facilities.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Yellow Fever

CDC recommendations:Vaccine isnotrecommended.Country entry requirements:Vaccine isnotrequired.Updated April 23, 2025

Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is March a Good Time to Visit Christchurch?

👍Very good conditions overall(66/100)

Short Answer

March delivers Christchurch's best weather - 20°C days, rare rain (16%), and comfortable 73% humidity. Book accommodation early as this is well-known as an excellent period.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Seismically active region

29 earthquakes recorded in this month (30-year data)

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Hantavirus, Tuberculosis (TB)

Plenty of sunshine

9.1h of sunshine daily

Calm, family-friendly seas

0m wave height - Lake-like

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

79% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Families with children
Comfortable 19.5°C temperatures and low 16% rain risk
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Elderly travelers
Comfortable 19.5°C temperature range with manageable humidity
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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 19.5°C, 16% rain chance
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 98/100 with romantic weather conditions

Who Should Avoid

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Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 17.9°C - too cold for comfortable swimming

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Christchurch in March averages 20°C with 16% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Christchurch in March

What are the temperatures in Christchurch in March?

Daytime highs average 20°C, nights drop to 11°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Christchurch in March?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Christchurch in March?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is March peak season in Christchurch?

This is typically peak season with higher prices. Book 2-3 months ahead.

Christchurch Weather in March

Sea Temperature in March

Christchurch March Weather Calendar

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Measles

Rabies

Yellow Fever

Is March a Good Time to Visit Christchurch?

Decision Factors

Good For

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