Wellington vs Christchurch

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Christchurch edges ahead as the better destination in March. Christchurch offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 7 rain days, while Wellington sees 4 sunshine hours and 4 rain days.

Wellington is on the cooler side at 14°C, requiring warmer clothing. Christchurch is also comfortable at 20°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Wellington is the stronger choice in March. Christchurch receives 6 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Wellington reaches an average high of 14°C (57°F) and drops to 2°C (36°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Christchurch averages 20°C (68°F) for the high and 11°C (52°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. There is a notable 6°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

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

Wellington receives approximately 50 mm of rainfall across 4 rain days during March. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Christchurch sees 44 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Wellington the drier option by 3 rain days and 6 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.