March weather forecast
Masterton, New Zealand

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Weather in March

March weather in Masterton, New Zealand, sees a slight decline in average temperatures from February and a rise in rainfall. With daylight hours starting to shorten, the daylight hours average at 12.4 hours, a little less than February. March stands out with an average of 34mm (1.34") of rainfall, the most amount of rain since the year began. As the month progresses, so does the increasing cloud coverage at 38%. Well-balanced between sunsets and rainfall, March offers a transitional weather experience from summer to autumn.

Temperature

March's weather displays an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 18.3°C (64.9°F), slightly varied from February's 19.7°C (67.5°F). An average nighttime temperature of 12.5°C (54.5°F) is noted in Masterton during the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout March, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Masterton, there are 172.3 rainfall days, and 622mm (24.49") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Masterton is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of March in Masterton, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:11 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In Masterton, the average sunshine in March is 7.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Masterton in March?

During March, Masterton experiences an average high-temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F) and a low-temperature of 12.5°C (54.5°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Masterton?

In Masterton, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in Masterton in March?

In Masterton, New Zealand, in March, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 34mm (1.34") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Masterton?

In Masterton, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.

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

In March, the average day length in Masterton, New Zealand, is 12h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Masterton?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:11 pm NZDT.

How long on average sun shines in March in Masterton?

The average sunshine duration in March in Masterton, New Zealand, is 7.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Masterton?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Masterton, New Zealand

Average temperature in March - Masterton, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in March: 18.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (19.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 12.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (13.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (7.1°C).

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Average pressure in March
Masterton, New Zealand

Average pressure in March - Masterton, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in March: 1017.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Masterton, New Zealand

Average wind speed in March - Masterton, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in March: 16.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (20.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (16.9km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Masterton, New Zealand

Average humidity in March - Masterton, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and November (80%).

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Average rainfall in March
Masterton, New Zealand

Average rainfall in March - Masterton, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in March: 34mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (66mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (29mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Masterton, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in March - Masterton, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall days in March
Masterton, New Zealand

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Masterton, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in March - Masterton, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Masterton, New Zealand

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Masterton, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in March - Masterton, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in March
Masterton, New Zealand

Average visibility in March - Masterton, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

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

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