March weather forecast
Otaio, New Zealand

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Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is also a fresh month in Otaio, New Zealand, with an average temperature ranging between max 12.1°C (53.8°F) and min 5.2°C (41.4°F).

Temperature

As Otaio welcomes March, the average high-temperature records at a cool 12.1°C (53.8°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. Otaio registers a consistent average low-temperature of 5.2°C (41.4°F) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In March, in Otaio, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout March, 130mm (5.12") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Otaio, there are 139 rainfall days, and 1917mm (75.47") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Otaio are January through December. The month with the least snowfall is March, when snow falls for 1.7 days and typically aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Otaio, New Zealand, is 12h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of March, in Otaio, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 7:27 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 7.7h.

UV index

In Otaio, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Otaio in March?

March temperatures in Otaio, New Zealand, vary between a high-temperature of 12.1°C (53.8°F) and a low-temperature of 5.2°C (41.4°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Otaio?

In March, the average relative humidity in Otaio is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March in Otaio?

In Otaio, New Zealand, in March, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 130mm (5.12") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Otaio?

The month with the least snowfall in Otaio is March, when snow falls for 1.7 days and typically aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of snow.

How much does it snow in Otaio in March?

In Otaio, during March, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Otaio have in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 24min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Otaio?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Otaio, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 7:27 pm NZDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Otaio have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Otaio is 7.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Otaio?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Otaio, New Zealand

Average temperature in March - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in March: 12.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (13.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (2.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 5.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-3.3°C).

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Average pressure in March
Otaio, New Zealand

Average pressure in March - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in March: 1017.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Otaio, New Zealand

Average wind speed in March - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.6km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Otaio, New Zealand

Average humidity in March - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and October (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (83%).

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Average rainfall in March
Otaio, New Zealand

Average rainfall in March - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in March: 130mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (233mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (106mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Otaio, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in March - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Otaio, New Zealand

Average snowfall in March - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in March: 31mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (1245mm).
The month with the least snowfall is March (31mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Otaio, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in March - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (16.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (0.9 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Otaio, New Zealand

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Otaio, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in March - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Otaio, New Zealand

Average UV index in March - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Otaio, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in March - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are October and November (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in March
Otaio, New Zealand

Average visibility in March - Otaio, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).

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