March weather forecast
Pungarehu, New Zealand

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Pungarehu, is still a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.6°C (65.5°F) and 16.5°C (61.7°F).

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 18.6°C (65.5°F) marks March, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in February. Pungarehu registers a gentle descent to an average nighttime low of 16.5°C (61.7°F) in March from its daytime highs.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout March, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is accumulated. In Pungarehu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.1 days and collects up to 759mm (29.88") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Pungarehu, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of March, in Pungarehu, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 7:19 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Pungarehu, New Zealand, is 7.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Pungarehu in March?
In Pungarehu, 18.6°C (65.5°F) is the average high-temperature and 16.5°C (61.7°F) is the average low-temperature during March.
What is the average humidity in March in Pungarehu?
In Pungarehu, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.
How many days does it rain in March in Pungarehu?
In March, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout March, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Pungarehu have in March?
In Pungarehu, New Zealand, the average day length in March is 12h and 21min.
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Pungarehu?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pungarehu, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 7:19 pm NZDT.
How long on average sun shines in March in Pungarehu?
In March, the average sunshine duration in Pungarehu, New Zealand, is 7.7h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Pungarehu?
January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Pungarehu.
What is the UV index intensity in March in Pungarehu?
In Pungarehu, New Zealand, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March - Pungarehu, New Zealand
Average temperature in March
Pungarehu, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in March: 18.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (19.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.3°C).

Average pressure in March - Pungarehu, New Zealand
Average pressure in March
Pungarehu, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in March: 1018.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1013.4mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Pungarehu, New Zealand
Average wind speed in March
Pungarehu, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in March: 26.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (32.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (24.6km/h).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in March - Pungarehu, New Zealand
Average rainfall in March
Pungarehu, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in March: 50mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (92mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (38mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Pungarehu, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in March
Pungarehu, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.9 days).

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March - Pungarehu, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in March
Pungarehu, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.8 days).

Average UV index in March - Pungarehu, New Zealand
Average UV index in March
Pungarehu, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March - Pungarehu, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in March
Pungarehu, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in March: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March - Pungarehu, New Zealand
Average visibility in March
Pungarehu, 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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