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Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

Wellington in March

One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest. The best months for Wellington are January, February, March and November. In March, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; mostly dry with the odd shower.

One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest.
Avg temp
16°C
Rainfall
46 mm
Season
Peak
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In March, Wellington is typically mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; mostly dry with the odd shower. Average temperatures sit around 16°C with about 46mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Wellington in March

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Stewart Dawson's Building
Stewart Dawson's building was a historic building on the corner of Lambton Quay and Willis Street in Wellington, New Zealand. The façade has been retained. Built in 1900 for the Lo
Old Bank Arcade
The Old Bank Arcade is a retail and office complex on a corner site at Lambton Quay, Wellington, New Zealand.
New Zealand Library Association
The New Zealand Library Association Inc., operating as LIANZA, is the professional organisation for library and information workers in New Zealand, and also promotes library and in
Inconstant (ship)
Inconstant was a wooden full-rigged sailing ship built in 1848 at Cape Breton, Nova Scotia which later became known as "Plimmer's Ark" and played an important role in the developme
Local food tour of Wellington
Taste the signature dishes of Wellington.
Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.

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Wellington in March: FAQ

Is March a good time to visit Wellington?+

One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest. Wellington's best months are generally January, February, March and November.

What is the weather like in Wellington in March?+

Expect average temperatures around 16°C. Rainfall averages about 46mm for the month. In short, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What should I pack for Wellington in March?+

Based on the typical March weather: mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; mostly dry with the odd shower.

What is there to do in Wellington in March?+

Popular things to do include Stewart Dawson's Building, Old Bank Arcade, New Zealand Library Association and Inconstant (ship). There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

Wellington in other months

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