Wellington vs Auckland

Wellington and Auckland are closely matched in March. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Wellington sits in the comfortable travel range at 18°C. Auckland is also comfortable at 21°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in March.

Wellington reaches an average high of 18°C (64°F) and drops to 14°C (57°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 4°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Auckland averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 16°C (61°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Southern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in March.

Wellington receives approximately 62 mm of rainfall across 8 rain days during March. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Auckland sees 72 mm over 8 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.