March weather forecast
Otira, New Zealand

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Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a refreshing month in Otira, New Zealand, with an average temperature varying between 13.8°C (56.8°F) and 5.3°C (41.5°F).

Temperature

The onset of March notes an average high-temperature of a still moderate 13.8°C (56.8°F), subtly shifted from February's 15.7°C (60.3°F). In the month of March, Otira's average low-temperature falls to an icy 5.3°C (41.5°F).

Humidity

In Otira, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In Otira, in March, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 92mm (3.62") of accumulated precipitation. In Otira, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.6 days and collects up to 1501mm (59.09") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Otira, during March, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of snow. In Otira, during the entire year, snow falls for 114.9 days and aggregates up to 3387mm (133.35") of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 7:26 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Otira, New Zealand, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Otira?

The high-temperature, in March, in Otira, records 13.8°C (56.8°F), while the low-temperature is 5.3°C (41.5°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Otira?

In March, the average relative humidity in Otira, New Zealand, is 85%.

How many days does it rain in March in Otira?

In Otira, in March, during 15 rainfall days, 92mm (3.62") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Otira in March?

In March, in Otira, New Zealand, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout March, 26mm (1.02") of snow is accumulated.

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

In March, the average day length is 12h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Otira?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 7:26 pm NZDT.

How long on average sun shines in March in Otira?

In Otira, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Otira?

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

Average temperature in March - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in March: 13.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (15.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (3.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 5.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (6.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-2.4°C).

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Average pressure in March
Otira, New Zealand

Average pressure in March - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in March: 1017.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1011.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Otira, New Zealand

Average wind speed in March - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Otira, New Zealand

Average humidity in March - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (83%).

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Average rainfall in March
Otira, New Zealand

Average rainfall in March - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in March: 92mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (176mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (87mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Otira, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in March - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Otira, New Zealand

Average snowfall in March - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in March: 26mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (734mm).
The month with the least snowfall is January (9mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Otira, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in March - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (20.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (0.8 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Otira, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in March - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Otira, New Zealand

Average UV index in March - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Otira, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in March - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).

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Average visibility in March
Otira, New Zealand

Average visibility in March - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, March and December (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (6km).

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