March weather forecast
Porirua, New Zealand

March

Weather in March

As the transition from summer to autumn takes place in March, there is a noticeable decrease in the temperature with the average high being 18°C (64.4°F). Counterintuitively, March features one of the highest rainfall numbers, with an average of 28mm (1.1"). This spike in precipitation compared to February highlights the volatility of March weather. Coupled with ample sunshine, the month offers a mix of indoor and outdoor activities for residents and visitors alike.

Temperature

March's average high-temperature in Porirua is a still refreshing 18°C (64.4°F), maintaining a close comparison with February's 19.2°C (66.6°F). March nights witness a mild cool down to an average low of 13.5°C (56.3°F).

Humidity

January through March, July, September through November, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the least humid months in Porirua.

Rainfall

In Porirua, in March, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 28mm (1.1") of accumulated precipitation. In Porirua, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.6 days and collects up to 465mm (18.31") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Porirua, New Zealand, the average seawater temperature in March is 16.8°C (62.2°F).
Note: In water with a temperature of 16.8°C (62.2°F), most people do not enjoy swimming. As the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing becomes increasingly difficult to control.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Porirua is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:14 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Porirua 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 ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Porirua?
In Porirua, 18°C (64.4°F) is the average high-temperature and 13.5°C (56.3°F) is the average low-temperature during March.
What are the least humid months in Porirua?
The months with the lowest humidity in Porirua are January through March, July, September through November, with an average relative humidity of 80%.
What is the average humidity in March in Porirua?
The average relative humidity in March in Porirua is 80%.
How many days does it rain in March in Porirua?
In Porirua, New Zealand, in March, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 28mm (1.1") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the sea water temperature in March in Porirua?
In Porirua, in March, the average water temperature is 16.8°C (62.2°F). Swimming in 16.8°C (62.2°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
What is the average length of the day in March in Porirua?
The average day length in March in Porirua is 12h and 22min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Porirua?
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:14 pm NZDT.
How many hours of sunshine does Porirua have in March?
The average sunshine duration in March is 7.8h.
What is the UV index reading in March in Porirua?
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March - Porirua, New Zealand
Average temperature in March
Porirua, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in March: 18°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (19.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 13.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (14.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.2°C).

Average pressure in March - Porirua, New Zealand
Average pressure in March
Porirua, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in March: 1017.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1012.3mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Porirua, New Zealand
Average wind speed in March
Porirua, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in March: 20.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (24.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (20.1km/h).

Average humidity in March - Porirua, New Zealand
Average humidity in March
Porirua, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are April, May, June, August and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March, July, September, October and November (80%).

Average rainfall in March - Porirua, New Zealand
Average rainfall in March
Porirua, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in March: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (55mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (22mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Porirua, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in March
Porirua, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average sea temperature in March - Porirua, New Zealand
Average sea temperature in March
Porirua, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in March: 16.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (17.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (12.3°C).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Porirua, New Zealand
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Porirua, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March - Porirua, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in March
Porirua, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

Average UV index in March - Porirua, New Zealand
Average UV index in March
Porirua, 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).

Average cloud cover in March - Porirua, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in March
Porirua, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in March: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 31).

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

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

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