Best Beaches in New Zealand in March

PICK A MONTH FOR BEST BEACHES IN NEW ZEALAND

These are the best beaches in New Zealand in March, based on average sunshine, sea temperature, rainfall and temperature. Though many factors can come into play when choosing your beach destination, the beach weather will often be a deciding factor. Here we list the top beaches based on the average weather conditions and sea temperature.

Best Beach Destinations in New Zealand in March

  • 22°C (72°F) Air
    21°C (70°F) Sea
    5.9 Hrs of Sun / Day
    11.6 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Urapukapuka Island. It is a good month for swimming in Urapukapuka Island with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 22° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There are on average 11.6 days of rain per month and 5.9 hours of sun per day.

  • 22°C (72°F) Air
    21°C (70°F) Sea
    5.9 Hrs of Sun / Day
    11.6 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Roberton Island. It is a good month for swimming in Roberton Island with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 22° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There are on average 11.6 days of rain per month and 5.9 hours of sun per day.

  • 23°C (73°F) Air
    21°C (69°F) Sea
    5.8 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically predominantly dry but a bit rainy with occasional light showers, though there are many days with out any rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Matapouri Bay. It is a good month for swimming in Matapouri Bay with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 23° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There are on average 7.0 days of rain per month and 5.8 hours of sun per day.

  • 23°C (73°F) Air
    21°C (69°F) Sea
    5.8 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically predominantly dry but a bit rainy with occasional light showers, though there are many days with out any rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Waikawau Bay. It is a good month for swimming in Waikawau Bay with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 23° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There are on average 7.0 days of rain per month and 5.8 hours of sun per day.

  • 22°C (72°F) Air
    21°C (69°F) Sea
    5.8 Hrs of Sun / Day
    11.6 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Tupou Bay. It is a good month for swimming in Tupou Bay with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 22° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There are on average 11.6 days of rain per month and 5.8 hours of sun per day.

  • 23°C (73°F) Air
    20°C (68°F) Sea
    5.3 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically predominantly dry but a bit rainy with occasional light showers, though there are many days with out any rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Hahei Beach. It is a good month for swimming in Hahei Beach with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 23° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There are on average 7.0 days of rain per month and 5.3 hours of sun per day.

  • 23°C (73°F) Air
    20°C (68°F) Sea
    5.3 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically predominantly dry but a bit rainy with occasional light showers, though there are many days with out any rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Cathedral Cove. It is a good month for swimming in Cathedral Cove with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 23° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There are on average 7.0 days of rain per month and 5.3 hours of sun per day.

  • 23°C (73°F) Air
    20°C (68°F) Sea
    5.3 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically predominantly dry but a bit rainy with occasional light showers, though there are many days with out any rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Stingray Bay. It is a good month for swimming in Stingray Bay with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 23° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There are on average 7.0 days of rain per month and 5.3 hours of sun per day.

  • 22°C (72°F) Air
    18°C (65°F) Sea
    5.9 Hrs of Sun / Day
    11.6 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Te Werahi Beach. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Te Werahi Beach for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 22° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There are on average 11.6 days of rain per month and 5.9 hours of sun per day.

  • 22°C (72°F) Air
    18°C (65°F) Sea
    5.9 Hrs of Sun / Day
    11.6 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Mahurangi West. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Mahurangi West for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 22° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There are on average 11.6 days of rain per month and 5.9 hours of sun per day.

  • 23°C (73°F) Air
    18°C (65°F) Sea
    5.8 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically predominantly dry but a bit rainy with occasional light showers, though there are many days with out any rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Mount Maunganui Beach. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Mount Maunganui Beach for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 23° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There are on average 7.0 days of rain per month and 5.8 hours of sun per day.

  • 22°C (72°F) Air
    18°C (65°F) Sea
    5.9 Hrs of Sun / Day
    11.6 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Bethells Beach. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Bethells Beach for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 22° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There are on average 11.6 days of rain per month and 5.9 hours of sun per day.

  • 22°C (72°F) Air
    18°C (65°F) Sea
    5.8 Hrs of Sun / Day
    11.6 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Matai Bay. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Matai Bay for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 22° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There are on average 11.6 days of rain per month and 5.8 hours of sun per day.

  • 22°C (72°F) Air
    18°C (65°F) Sea
    5.8 Hrs of Sun / Day
    11.6 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Tokerau Beach. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Tokerau Beach for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 22° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There are on average 11.6 days of rain per month and 5.8 hours of sun per day.

  • 22°C (72°F) Air
    18°C (65°F) Sea
    5.8 Hrs of Sun / Day
    11.6 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Rangitoto Island. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Rangitoto Island for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 22° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There are on average 11.6 days of rain per month and 5.8 hours of sun per day.

  • 22°C (72°F) Air
    21°C (69°F) Sea
    5.1 Hrs of Sun / Day
    11.6 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Whangapoua Beach. It is a good month for swimming in Whangapoua Beach with warm sea temperatures.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 22° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There are on average 11.6 days of rain per month and 5.1 hours of sun per day.

  • 22°C (72°F) Air
    18°C (64°F) Sea
    5.9 Hrs of Sun / Day
    11.6 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Karekare Beach. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Karekare Beach for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 22° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There are on average 11.6 days of rain per month and 5.9 hours of sun per day.

  • 22°C (72°F) Air
    18°C (64°F) Sea
    5.9 Hrs of Sun / Day
    11.6 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Piha Beach. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Piha Beach for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 22° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There are on average 11.6 days of rain per month and 5.9 hours of sun per day.

  • 22°C (72°F) Air
    18°C (65°F) Sea
    5.8 Hrs of Sun / Day
    11.6 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Rangiputa Beach. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Rangiputa Beach for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 22° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There are on average 11.6 days of rain per month and 5.8 hours of sun per day.

  • 22°C (72°F) Air
    18°C (65°F) Sea
    5.8 Hrs of Sun / Day
    11.6 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Cable Bay. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Cable Bay for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 22° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There are on average 11.6 days of rain per month and 5.8 hours of sun per day.

  • 22°C (72°F) Air
    18°C (65°F) Sea
    5.8 Hrs of Sun / Day
    11.6 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Waiheke Island. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Waiheke Island for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 22° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There are on average 11.6 days of rain per month and 5.8 hours of sun per day.

  • 18°C (65°F) Air
    18°C (65°F) Sea
    5.8 Hrs of Sun / Day
    8.3 Days of Rain

    March is normally quite warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically predominantly dry but a bit rainy with occasional light showers, though there are many days with out any rain.

    March is not a good time for sunbathing in Parakerake Bay. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Parakerake Bay for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 18° which is typically moderate but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The average water temperature is typically 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There are on average 8.3 days of rain per month and 5.8 hours of sun per day.

  • 22°C (72°F) Air
    18°C (64°F) Sea
    5.7 Hrs of Sun / Day
    11.6 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Ngarunui Surfers Beach. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Ngarunui Surfers Beach for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 22° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There are on average 11.6 days of rain per month and 5.7 hours of sun per day.

  • 23°C (73°F) Air
    18°C (65°F) Sea
    5.3 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically predominantly dry but a bit rainy with occasional light showers, though there are many days with out any rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Hot Water Beach. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Hot Water Beach for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 23° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There are on average 7.0 days of rain per month and 5.3 hours of sun per day.

  • 16°C (61°F) Air
    14°C (57°F) Sea
    9.8 Hrs of Sun / Day
    13.1 Days of Rain

    March is normally a bit cold, and generally sunny and pleasant with long bright days. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    March is not a good time for sunbathing in Tunnel Beach. It is too cold for swimming in Tunnel Beach for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 16° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature is typically 14° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There are on average 13.1 days of rain per month and 9.8 hours of sun per day.

  • 16°C (61°F) Air
    14°C (57°F) Sea
    9.8 Hrs of Sun / Day
    13.1 Days of Rain

    March is normally a bit cold, and generally sunny and pleasant with long bright days. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    March is not a good time for sunbathing in Lake Wakatipu. It is too cold for swimming in Lake Wakatipu for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 16° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature is typically 14° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There are on average 13.1 days of rain per month and 9.8 hours of sun per day.

  • 16°C (61°F) Air
    14°C (57°F) Sea
    9.8 Hrs of Sun / Day
    13.1 Days of Rain

    March is normally a bit cold, and generally sunny and pleasant with long bright days. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    March is not a good time for sunbathing in Sandfly Bay. It is too cold for swimming in Sandfly Bay for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 16° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature is typically 14° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There are on average 13.1 days of rain per month and 9.8 hours of sun per day.

  • 16°C (61°F) Air
    13°C (55°F) Sea
    9.9 Hrs of Sun / Day
    13.1 Days of Rain

    March is normally a bit cold, and generally sunny and pleasant with long bright days. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    March is not a good time for sunbathing in Moeraki Boulders Beach. It is too cold for swimming in Moeraki Boulders Beach for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 16° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature is typically 13° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. There are on average 13.1 days of rain per month and 9.9 hours of sun per day.

  • 20°C (69°F) Air
    18°C (64°F) Sea
    5.6 Hrs of Sun / Day
    10.2 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Bark Bay. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Bark Bay for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 20° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There are on average 10.2 days of rain per month and 5.6 hours of sun per day.

  • 20°C (69°F) Air
    18°C (64°F) Sea
    5.6 Hrs of Sun / Day
    10.2 Days of Rain

    March is normally warm, and quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. It is typically quite dry but with occasional showers, though there are many days without rain.

    March is a good time for sunbathing in Kaiteriteri Beach. It is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Kaiteriteri Beach for any length of time.

    The average maximum daily temperature is 20° which is typically warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The average water temperature is typically 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There are on average 10.2 days of rain per month and 5.6 hours of sun per day.

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