Masterton Weather in March

What's the weather like in Masterton (Wellington) in March 2024?

The climate in Masterton during March can be summarized as mild and damp.

March is in the fall / autumn in Masterton and is typically the 3rd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 21°C (70°F), whilst at night 10°C (50°F) is normal.

Masterton weather averages (imperial / metric)
Daytime temperature 20.9°C 69.5°F
Nightly temperature 9.8°C 49.6°F
Average temperature 15.3°C 59.5°F
Daily sunshine 5.8 hrs
Avg rainfall 103 mm 4.1 ins
Rainy days 12 days
Sea temperature 18°C 64.5°F
Humidity 81%
Windspeed 9kph 6 mph

On average March is the 5th driest month of the year in Masterton with around 103mm 4.1 inches of rain making it a damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 12 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 5.8 hours of sunshine per day.

March temperatures in Masterton

Masterton average temperature in March

March rainfall

Masterton average rain in March

March hourly sunshine

Masterton average rain in March

The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Masterton in March 2024.

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Masterton weather stats

Masterton weather statistics
Hottest month: January 22.2°C 72°F
Driest month: February 70mm 2.8ins
Sunniest month: February 7.3hrs
Coldest month: July 10.7°C 51.3°F
Wettest month: July 157mm 6.2ins
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