Timaru
March
Weather in Timaru for March 2026
Your guide to Timaru weather in March - trends and predictions
Expect heavy snowfall in Timaru during March, with an average of 16 snowy days.
According to Timaru snow forecast for March 2026, no snow is expected until the end of the month.Until now, March 2026 in Timaru is slightly cooler than the historical average by -1.6 °C.
The forecast for the next days in Timaru predicts temperatures to be around 17 °C, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Timaru at the beginning of March is 7.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 17.3 °C by the end of March.
Snow Forecast ❄️
Temperatures
9
Dry days
6
Rainy days
16
Snow days
7°/0°
Temperatures
14 km/h
Avg max wind
84 %
Avg humidity
Timaru Weather March
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Temperatures trend during March in Timaru
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March weather in Timaru day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mar. |  Patchy rain possible | 9° /2° | 1.8 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| 2 Mar. | Light rain shower | 9° /2° | 4 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 3 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /2° | 4.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /0° | 18.1 mm | 13.9 cm | |
| 5 Mar. |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 5° /-1° | 2.1 mm | 1.6 cm | |
| 6 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /2° | 1.9 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 8 Mar. | Light rain shower | 9° /1° | 15 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 9 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /0° | 71.7 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 10 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /0° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Mar. |  Partly cloudy | 9° /1° | 1.4 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 12 Mar. | Light rain shower | 8° /1° | 6.3 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 13 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /-1° | 27.1 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 14 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /-1° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /-1° | 2.4 mm | 2 cm | |
| 16 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /-1° | 10.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /1° | 80.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Mar. |  Sunny | 7° /-1° | 20.2 mm | 1.9 cm | |
| 19 Mar. | Sunny | 7° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 15° /10° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Mar. | Sunny | 18° /9° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Mar. | Partly cloudy | 18° /10° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 18° /12° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Mar. | Sunny | 18° /11° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Mar. | Partly cloudy | 16° /10° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Mar. | Patchy rain possible | 14° /13° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Mar. | Partly cloudy | 23° /14° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Mar. | Sunny | 24° /15° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Mar. |  Moderate rain | 16° /13° | 6.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Mar. |  Cloudy | 14° /10° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Mar. | Partly cloudy | 14° /8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Timaru in March is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Timaru forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Timaru in March - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Timaru during March?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 7° and colder nights, dipping below 0°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Timaru during March?
Significant rainfall exceeding 480.3 mm is expected in Timaru during March, occurring over more than 6 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Timaru in March 2026?
Timaru experiences an average snowfall of 86.8667 cm during March, occurring over 16 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Timaru during March?
The average wind speed in Timaru during March is 14 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Timaru snow forecast March 2026
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On average, Timaru sees 16 snowy days during March, with approximately 86.9 cm of total snowfall.
March rainfall patterns in Timaru
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Typically, Timaru has 6 rainy days in March with a total of 480.3 mm of rainfall.
UV exposure in Timaru during March
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