March weather forecast
Dunedin, New Zealand

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Weather in March

March is a crossroads month in Dunedin, hovering between the waning summer and onset of autumn. While temperatures decline slightly, pleasant weather prevails most of the time. The city continues to be free from snowfall this month. One noteworthy characteristic is that rainfall drops significantly to 24mm (0.94"), signaling the initiation of a drier season. As the month concludes, the descent into autumn becomes more apparent.

Temperature

In March, Dunedin's weather conditions record an average high-temperature of a still mild 15.1°C (59.2°F), demonstrating little divergence from the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 11.3°C (52.3°F) is witnessed throughout the month of March, a mere drop from the daytime peak.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Dunedin are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated. In Dunedin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.6 days and collects up to 357mm (14.06") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through July, September through December are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In Dunedin, in March, the average water temperature is 13.3°C (55.9°F).
Note: In 13.3°C (55.9°F), cold shock and rapid breathing can occur when swimming at temperatures below 10°C (50°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Dunedin is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of March in Dunedin, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 7:29 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Dunedin is 7.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Dunedin. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Dunedin?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Dunedin, New Zealand, during March are 15.1°C (59.2°F) and 11.3°C (52.3°F) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Dunedin?

The months with the highest humidity are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in March in Dunedin?

In Dunedin, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in Dunedin in March?

In March, in Dunedin, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Dunedin?

January through July, September through December are months without snowfall in Dunedin, New Zealand.

How cold is the water in March in Dunedin?

In Dunedin, the average seawater temperature in March is 13.3°C (55.9°F). Swimming in 13.3°C (55.9°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

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

The average day length in March is 12h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Dunedin?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 8:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 7:29 pm NZDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dunedin have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Dunedin?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Dunedin.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Dunedin?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Dunedin is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average temperature in March - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in March: 15.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (15.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 11.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (11.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.3°C).

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Average pressure in March
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average pressure in March - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in March: 1016.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average wind speed in March - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in March: 18.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (21.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (18.4km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average humidity in March - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average rainfall in March - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in March: 24mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in March - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (11.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average snowfall in March - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in March: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in March - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, October and December (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in March - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in March: 13.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (9.2°C).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in March - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (13.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average UV index in March - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in March - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in March
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average visibility in March - Dunedin, 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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