March weather forecast
Motueka, New Zealand

March

Weather in March

March traditionally signifies the onset of slightly cooler weather, with Motueka's highest temperature dipping to 20.8°C (69.4°F). The town continues to richly experience sunlight, although fractions less, owing largely to the changing solar angle. The rain slightly increases compared to February, although the number of rainy days does not change significantly. The sea temperature gently dips, signalling the closure of typical summer beach activities. Arguably, this can be a fine time for explorers interested in experiencing the shift of seasons in the New Zealand town.

Temperature

As March takes its course, Motueka's average high-temperature registers at a still agreeable 20.8°C (69.4°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. During March, Motueka's temperature averages to a fresh 11.4°C (52.5°F) at night.

Rainfall

In March, in Motueka, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout March, 78mm (3.07") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133 rainfall days, and 953mm (37.52") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Motueka, the average seawater temperature in March is 17.8°C (64°F).
Note: The majority of people do not enjoy swimming in 17.8°C (64°F). The difficulty in controlling breathing escalates as the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Motueka, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 7:21 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In Motueka, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Motueka in March?
The average high-temperature, in March, in Motueka, is 20.8°C (69.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 11.4°C (52.5°F).
How many days does it rain in March in Motueka?
In Motueka, in March, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 78mm (3.07") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the sea temperature in March in Motueka?
In Motueka, New Zealand, in March, the average water temperature is 17.8°C (64°F). For most, swimming in 17.8°C (64°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).
How many hours of daylight does Motueka have in March?
In Motueka, New Zealand, the average day length in March is 12h and 22min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Motueka?
On the first day of March in Motueka, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 7:21 pm NZDT.
How long on average sun shines in March in Motueka?
In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
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Average sunshine
Average temperature in March - Motueka, New Zealand
Average temperature in March
Motueka, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in March: 20.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (22.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (12.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 11.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (13°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (1.6°C).

Average rainfall in March - Motueka, New Zealand
Average rainfall in March
Motueka, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in March: 78mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (92mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (57mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Motueka, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in March
Motueka, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are August, September and October (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average sea temperature in March - Motueka, New Zealand
Average sea temperature in March
Motueka, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in March: 17.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (18.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (12.4°C).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Motueka, New Zealand
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Motueka, 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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