March weather forecast
Hikurangi, New Zealand

March

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a pleasant month in Hikurangi, New Zealand, with an average temperature fluctuating between 15.9°C (60.6°F) and 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Temperature

The shift into March reveals an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 21.5°C (70.7°F), closely mirroring February's climate. Hikurangi reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 15.9°C (60.6°F) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Hikurangi is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, in Hikurangi, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout March, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is accumulated. In Hikurangi, New Zealand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154 days and collects up to 536mm (21.1") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Hikurangi is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:18 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Hikurangi is 7.4h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Hikurangi. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during March translates into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Hikurangi?
The average high-temperature, in March, in Hikurangi, is 21.5°C (70.7°F), while the average low-temperature is 15.9°C (60.6°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Hikurangi?
In Hikurangi, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.
How many days does it rain in March in Hikurangi?
In March, in Hikurangi, New Zealand, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout March, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in March in Hikurangi?
In March, the average day length in Hikurangi is 12h and 19min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Hikurangi?
On the first day of March in Hikurangi, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:18 pm NZDT.
How long on average sun shines in March in Hikurangi?
The average sunshine duration in March is 7.4h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Hikurangi?
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Hikurangi, New Zealand.
How high is the UV index in March in Hikurangi?
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Hikurangi, New Zealand, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Hikurangi, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in March: 21.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (14.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 15.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.8°C).

Average pressure in March
Hikurangi, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in March: 1018.1mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and April (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1015mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Hikurangi, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in March: 13.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13km/h).

Average humidity in March
Hikurangi, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Hikurangi, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in March: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (69mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (26mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Hikurangi, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hikurangi, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Hikurangi, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in March: 5

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

Average cloud cover in March
Hikurangi, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Hikurangi, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May and June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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