March weather forecast
Picton, New Zealand

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Picton, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 10°C (50°F) and 18.7°C (65.7°F).

Temperature

Stepping into March, Picton records an average high-temperature of an enjoyable 18.7°C (65.7°F), almost consistent with February. Picton observes an average nighttime temperature of 10°C (50°F) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Picton, New Zealand, in March, during 10 rainfall days, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Picton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.7 days and collects up to 634mm (24.96") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Picton, snow does not fall in January through June, August through December.

Sea temperature

In March, the average sea temperature in Picton is 17.3°C (63.1°F).
Note: For most individuals, swimming in 17.3°C (63.1°F) is not enjoyable. As the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing control becomes increasingly difficult.

Daylight

In Picton, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of March in Picton, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 7:17 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Picton is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Picton in March?

In Picton, 18.7°C (65.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 10°C (50°F) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Picton?

The average relative humidity in March in Picton, New Zealand, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Picton?

In March, in Picton, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout March, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Picton?

January through June, August through December are months without snowfall.

What is the sea temperature in March in Picton?

In Picton, New Zealand, the average seawater temperature in March is 17.3°C (63.1°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 17.3°C (63.1°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Picton have in March?

In Picton, the average day length in March is 12h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Picton?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 7:17 pm NZDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Picton have in March?

In Picton, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Picton?

In Picton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Picton, New Zealand

Average temperature in March - Picton, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in March: 18.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (20.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 10°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (11.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.8°C).

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Average pressure in March
Picton, New Zealand

Average pressure in March - Picton, 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 September (1012.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Picton, New Zealand

Average wind speed in March - Picton, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Picton, New Zealand

Average humidity in March - Picton, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and August (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Picton, New Zealand

Average rainfall in March - Picton, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in March: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (68mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (31mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Picton, New Zealand

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

The months with the highest number of rainy days are October and December (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Picton, New Zealand

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

The month with the highest snowfall is July (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Picton, New Zealand

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

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

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Average sea temperature in March
Picton, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in March - Picton, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in March: 17.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (12.3°C).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Picton, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Picton, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in March - Picton, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are February and March (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (13.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Picton, New Zealand

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

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 5).
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
Picton, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in March - Picton, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in March: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
Picton, New Zealand

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

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

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