March weather forecastNelson Bay, Australia

March

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a warm month in Nelson Bay, Australia, with an average temperature ranging between max 24.9°C (76.8°F) and min 19.3°C (66.7°F).

Temperature

Nelson Bay records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.9°C (76.8°F) in March, maintaining a close correlation with February's 25.8°C (78.4°F). Nelson Bay experiences a steady low-temperature of 19.3°C (66.7°F) throughout March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Nelson Bay is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, in Nelson Bay, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout March, 59mm (2.32") of precipitation is accumulated. In Nelson Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.9 days and collects up to 620mm (24.41") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

February and March, with an average sea temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Nelson Bay.
Note: People sensitive to cold might find swimming in 24.3°C (75.7°F) challenging. However, conditions like sunshine, wind, and ambient temperature play a significant role in the overall comfort. Wetsuits, while optional, might be beneficial.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Nelson Bay is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of March, in Nelson Bay, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:48 pm AEDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Nelson Bay, Australia, is 8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Nelson Bay, Australia, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in March translates into this advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Stay alert! Reflective properties of sand and water amplify the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

In Nelson Bay, 24.9°C (76.8°F) is the average high-temperature and 19.3°C (66.7°F) is the average low-temperature during March.

In March, the average relative humidity in Nelson Bay is 76%.

In Nelson Bay, Australia, during March, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of precipitation.

February and March, with an average sea temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Nelson Bay.

In Nelson Bay, Australia, in March, the average water temperature is 24.3°C (75.7°F). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 24.3°C (75.7°F) water.

The average day length in March in Nelson Bay, Australia, is 12h and 17min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:48 pm AEDT.

In March, the average sunshine duration in Nelson Bay, Australia, is 8h.

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Nelson Bay is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Nelson Bay, Australia

  • Average high temperature in March: 24.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (26.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (16.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (10.8°C).

Average pressure in March
Nelson Bay, Australia

  • Average pressure in March: 1017mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.8mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Nelson Bay, Australia

  • Average wind speed in March: 15.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (14.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Nelson Bay, Australia

  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Nelson Bay, Australia

  • Average rainfall in March: 59mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (79mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (34mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Nelson Bay, Australia

  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (10.2 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Nelson Bay, Australia

  • Average sea temperature in March: 24.3°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are February and March (24.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (19.1°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Nelson Bay, Australia

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 18min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Nelson Bay, Australia

  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Nelson Bay, Australia

  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March
Nelson Bay, Australia

  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Nelson Bay, Australia

  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).