March weather forecast
Timaru, New Zealand

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Weather in March

Timaru's weather in March sings of subtle transition as it heads into Autumn. The evolution in climatic conditions is present in the high temperature, dwindling to 19.5°C (67.1°F). March's weather affords a balanced interplay of daytime warmth and cool evenings. Even though the change is not drastic, it is palpable, creating a flavourful mixture of summery remnants and oncoming autumn spells. It becomes evident that the season of falling leaves is around the corner, adding a unique character to the weather landscape.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in Timaru during March registers at a comfortable 19.5°C (67.1°F), closely corresponding to the preceding month. The average low-temperature in Timaru during March nights is a frosty 8.2°C (46.8°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 83.8%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout March, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 75.6 rainfall days, and 548mm (21.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In March, the average sea temperature in Timaru is 15.8°C (60.4°F).
Note: Swimming is not enjoyable for most people in water that is 15.8°C (60.4°F). As the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing control becomes harder.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Timaru is 12h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of March, in Timaru, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 7:27 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Timaru is 5.4h.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Timaru?

The high-temperature in Timaru, New Zealand, during March is 19.5°C (67.1°F) and the low-temperature is 8.2°C (46.8°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Timaru?

In Timaru, the average relative humidity in March is 83.8%.

How much does it rain in Timaru in March?

In March, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout March, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in March in Timaru?

In Timaru, in March, the average water temperature is 15.8°C (60.4°F). Swimming in 15.8°C (60.4°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Timaru have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Timaru?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 7:27 pm NZDT.

How long on average sun shines in March in Timaru?

The average sunshine duration in March in Timaru, New Zealand, is 5.4h.

Average temperature in March
Timaru, New Zealand

Average temperature in March - Timaru, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in March: 19.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (21.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 8.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (10.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-0.6°C).

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Average humidity in March
Timaru, New Zealand

Average humidity in March - Timaru, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in March: 83.8%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (85.6%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75.2%).

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Average rainfall in March
Timaru, New Zealand

Average rainfall in March - Timaru, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in March: 47.6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (52.8mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (36.5mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Timaru, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in March - Timaru, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (5.3 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Timaru, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in March - Timaru, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in March: 15.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (16.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (9.9°C).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Timaru, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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