Weather in March
As autumn edges in, March in Ashburton sees further lowering of temperatures with a pronounced shift from February. The rainfall moves on an upward trajectory, curving from 54mm (2.13") in February to 63mm (2.48") in March. This marks the beginning of a phase where residents must adapt to reduced sunlight and progressively colder conditions. Increased precipitation coupled with dwindling daylight hours sets in motion the transitionary phase between the warm summers and colder months ahead.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 7:25 pm NZDT.
[Resources]Temperature
The commencement of March in Ashburton introduces an average high-temperature of a pleasant 21°C (69.8°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. Ashburton throughout March, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 9.5°C (49.1°F).Rainfall
During March, Ashburton regularly aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of precipitation. Throughout the year, 696mm (27.4") of rain is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Ashburton, New Zealand, is 12h and 23min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 7:25 pm NZDT.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average March temperature in Ashburton?
March temperatures in Ashburton vary between a high-temperature of 21°C (69.8°F) and a low-temperature of 9.5°C (49.1°F).
How much does it rain in Ashburton in March?
During March, Ashburton regularly aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Ashburton have in March?
In March, the average day length in Ashburton, New Zealand, is 12h and 23min.
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Ashburton?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ashburton, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 7:25 pm NZDT.
Average temperature in March
Ashburton, New Zealand
- Average high temperature in March: 21°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (23.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.7°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 9.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (11.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (0.5°C).
Average rainfall in March
Ashburton, New Zealand
- Average rainfall in March: 62.5mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (66.1mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (43.7mm).
Average daylight in March
Ashburton, New Zealand
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 2min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
Ashburton, New Zealand
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