March weather forecast
Auckland, New Zealand

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The city of Auckland, New Zealand, viewed across the water early morning
The city of Auckland, New Zealand, viewed across the water early morning

Weather in March

March sees the end of summer and the onset of autumn in Auckland. Sea temperatures start to cool down, dropping to 20.9°C (69.6°F) from the February peak. The increased weather stability leads to diminished wind speeds, enhancing the comfort level for outdoor activities. Despite the reduction in the number of daylight hours to 12.3, Auckland enjoys considerable sunshine during this period. The rainfall also sees a slight decrease, making March a high time for enjoying outdoor events.

Temperature

March's advent in Auckland presents an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 21.3°C (70.3°F), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. Auckland's nighttime temperatures in March reveal a minimal variation from the daytime highs, averaging at a refreshing 16.3°C (61.3°F).

Humidity

January through March and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Auckland, during March, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 186.5 rainfall days, and 625mm (24.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Auckland, the average seawater temperature in March is 20.9°C (69.6°F).
Note: In water of 20.9°C (69.6°F), the majority of people do not enjoy swimming. Breathing becomes increasingly hard to manage as the temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Auckland, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of March, in Auckland, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 7:16 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Auckland are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in March translates into this advice:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Auckland?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Auckland are 21.3°C (70.3°F) and 16.3°C (61.3°F) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Auckland?

The months with the lowest humidity in Auckland are January through March and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in March in Auckland?

The average relative humidity in March in Auckland is 77%.

How much does it rain in Auckland in March?

In Auckland, New Zealand, in March, during 14.2 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in March in Auckland?

In Auckland, the average seawater temperature in March is 20.9°C (69.6°F). For most, swimming in 20.9°C (69.6°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

What is the average length of the day in March in Auckland?

The average day length in March in Auckland, New Zealand, is 12h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Auckland?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 7:16 pm NZDT.

How long on average sun shines in March in Auckland?

In Auckland, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Auckland?

January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in March in Auckland?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Auckland, New Zealand, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in March
Auckland, New Zealand

Average temperature in March - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in March: 21.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.4°C).

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Average pressure in March
Auckland, New Zealand

Average pressure in March - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in March: 1018.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and September (1014.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Auckland, New Zealand

Average wind speed in March - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in March: 14.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (19km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.9km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Auckland, New Zealand

Average humidity in March - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Auckland, New Zealand

Average rainfall in March - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in March: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (34mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Auckland, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in March - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Auckland, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in March - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in March: 20.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (21.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (14.7°C).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Auckland, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in March - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (7.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Auckland, New Zealand

Average UV index in March - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Auckland, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in March - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in March: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in March
Auckland, New Zealand

Average visibility in March - Auckland, New Zealand
  • 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).

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