Rotorua weather in March

Long-run climate averages for Rotorua, New Zealand in March, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

March at a glance

In March, Rotorua averages 20°C by day and 11°C at night. The wettest month is usually January.

March in Rotorua averages a daytime high of 20°C and an overnight low of 11°C, which reads as mild for this part of the world. Across the whole year Rotorua sees roughly 1490 mm of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Rotorua forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Rotorua weather by month

what to expect in Rotorua through the year

Here is Rotorua's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Rotorua by season.

Jan

22°

14°

Warm

Wettest

Feb

22°

14°

Warm

Mar

20°

11°

Mild

Apr

18°

11°

Mild

May

14°

8°

Cool

Jun

13°

7°

Cool

Jul

12°

5°

Cool

Aug

12°

4°

Cool

Sep

15°

7°

Mild

Oct

17°

9°

Mild

Nov

19°

10°

Mild

Dec

22°

13°

Warm

Common questions

How warm is Rotorua in March?

Rotorua averages a daytime high of 20°C in March, with overnight lows around 11°C. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.

Is March a good time to visit Rotorua?

The most comfortable time to visit Rotorua is usually February, March, April and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest January rain is behind you.

Does it rain a lot in Rotorua in March?

The wettest month in Rotorua is usually January. Across the year the city sees roughly 1490 mm of precipitation.

Rotorua in other months

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