Sea Temperature in Kaikoura in March

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Pacific Ocean in Kaikoura in March. Historical daily data. Climate details for March. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Kaikoura. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.

Water Temperature Range in Kaikoura in March

12°C

MINIMUN

15°C

AVERAGE

18°C

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in March in Kaikoura

Water Temperature Chart for Pacific Ocean in Kaikoura in March

Sea Temperature Table in Kaikoura in March Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
Mar 1	16°C	14°C	14°C	15.0°C
Mar 2	16°C	14°C	16°C	15.5°C
Mar 3	16°C	14°C	14°C	15.0°C
Mar 4	16°C	14°C	14°C	15.0°C
Mar 5	16°C	14°C	15°C	15.3°C
Mar 6	17°C	14°C	14°C	15.0°C
Mar 7	16°C	14°C	18°C	15.8°C
Mar 8	15°C	13°C	16°C	15.0°C
Mar 9	16°C	13°C	15°C	15.0°C
Mar 10	16°C	13°C	15°C	15.0°C
Mar 11	15°C	13°C	17°C	15.0°C
Mar 12	16°C	13°C	16°C	15.3°C
Mar 13	16°C	13°C	14°C	14.8°C
Mar 14	16°C	13°C	18°C	15.8°C
Mar 15	16°C	13°C	15°C	15.0°C
Mar 16	15°C	13°C	14°C	14.3°C
Mar 17	15°C	13°C	17°C	15.3°C
Mar 18	15°C	13°C	15°C	14.5°C
Mar 19	16°C	13°C	16°C	15.3°C
Mar 20	15°C	13°C	17°C	15.3°C
Mar 21	15°C	13°C	16°C	14.8°C
Mar 22	15°C	13°C	15°C	14.5°C
Mar 23	15°C	13°C	15°C	14.5°C
Mar 24	15°C	13°C	16°C	14.8°C
Mar 25	16°C	13°C	14°C	14.5°C
Mar 26	16°C	12°C	18°C	15.5°C
Mar 27	15°C	12°C	16°C	14.8°C
Mar 28	16°C	13°C	16°C	15.0°C
Mar 29	15°C	12°C	16°C	14.5°C
Mar 30	16°C	12°C	17°C	15.0°C

Kaikoura Climate and Swimming Opportunities in March

20°C

Average Day Air Temperature

11°C

Average Night Air Temperature

74 mm

Precipitation Amount per Month

10 days

Number of Rainy Days

12 hrs

Daylight
per Day

6 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

18 km/h

Average Wind Speed

79%

Average
humidity

Kaikoura lies within the Canterbury Region in New Zealand. The average daytime temperature in Kaikoura in March is 20°C (68°F), while the nighttime average is 11°C (53°F). There are typically 10 rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 74 mm (2.9 inches). The daylight duration in March in Kaikoura is 12 hours, with an average of 6 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in March is 18 km/h (11 mph), and the humidity level is around 79%.

The water temperature in Kaikoura in March ranges from 14°C to 15°C (57°F to 59°F). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 15°C (59°F), shifting to 15°C (59°F) by mid-March and reaching 15°C (59°F) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Kaikoura for March is 15°C (59°F). Ideal conditions for a refreshing swim, though some may still find it a bit cool.

Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in March in Kaikoura

What is the sea temperature in Kaikoura in March?

The water temperature in the Pacific Ocean in Kaikoura in March ranges from 14°C to 15°C (57°F to 59°F).

Is it possible to swim in the Pacific Ocean in Kaikoura in March?

The average sea temperature in Kaikoura in March is 15°C (59°F), and the air temperature is 20°C (68°F), so ideal conditions for a refreshing swim, though some may still find it a bit cool.