Is March a good month to visit Wanaka?

March sits in the autumn period, so trip quality depends on your preferred weather, crowd levels, and pace.

What should I pack for Wanaka in March?

Average highs around 19.1C and lows near 10.6C. Pack flexible layers for changing daytime and evening temperatures.

What weather should I expect in Wanaka during March?

March typically averages around 14.9C, with about 90.3mm of rain across 9 days.

Wanaka, New Zealand

Wanaka in March

Wanaka, New Zealand

Visiting Wanaka in March means experiencing the autumn. During autumn, Wanaka offers crisp air, changing colours, and a cosy atmosphere.

SeasonAutumn

Travel StyleAdventure

Cost$$$$

Weather in Wanaka in March

Average highs around 19.1C and lows near 10.6C. 90.3mm average precipitation and about 9 rainy days. March typically sits between February and April conditions, so it is useful for travelers wanting a balanced window in Wanaka. Pack flexible layers for changing daytime and evening temperatures.

Avg High19.1C

Avg Low10.6C

Rainy Days9

Precipitation90.3mm

Daylight12.4h/day

Sunshine9.9h/day

Wind12.4 km/h

UVlow

Humiditymoderate

Temperature

March brings autumn conditions in Wanaka, New Zealand. The average temperature is about 14.9C, with lows near 10.6C and highs around 19.1C.

Sunshine Hours

Wanaka, New Zealand usually gets around 9.9 hours of sunshine per day in March, with roughly 12.4 daylight hours available for sightseeing.

Rain

March sees around 90.3mm of rainfall over about 9 days. Rain can occur for around 3.3 hours per day on average.

Humidity

Humidity in March is generally moderate for Wanaka, New Zealand, especially when rainfall periods increase.

Wanaka in March

Wanaka in March