March weather forecast
Rangataua, New Zealand

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Rangataua, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 7.7°C (45.9°F) and 17.8°C (64°F).

Temperature

Upon the onset of March, Rangataua witnesses an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 17.8°C (64°F), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. Rangataua, in March, witnesses an average low-temperature of 7.7°C (45.9°F).

Humidity

In Rangataua, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Rangataua, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rangataua, New Zealand, there are 171 rainfall days, and 712mm (28.03") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are March through November. March is the first month it typically snows in Rangataua. Throughout March, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.4 snowfall days, and 851mm (33.5") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Rangataua, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of March, in Rangataua, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:12 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In Rangataua, the average sunshine in March is 7.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rangataua in March?
During March, Rangataua experiences an average high-temperature of 17.8°C (64°F) and a low-temperature of 7.7°C (45.9°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Rangataua?
In Rangataua, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.
How many days does it rain in March in Rangataua?
In Rangataua, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When does it start snowing in Rangataua?
March is the first month it typically snows. Throughout March, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Rangataua have in March?
In March, the average day length in Rangataua, New Zealand, is 12h and 21min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Rangataua?
On the first day of March in Rangataua, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:12 pm NZDT.
How long on average sun shines in March in Rangataua?
The average sunshine duration in March is 7.4h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Rangataua?
January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in March in Rangataua?
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Rangataua is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Rangataua, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in March: 17.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (19.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (7.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 7.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (9.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (1.1°C).

Average pressure in March
Rangataua, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in March: 1018.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1013.5mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Rangataua, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in March: 9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.9km/h).

Average humidity in March
Rangataua, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (79%).

Average rainfall in March
Rangataua, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in March: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (33mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Rangataua, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rangataua, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in March: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (221mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Rangataua, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (6.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rangataua, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rangataua, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Rangataua, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Rangataua, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in March
Rangataua, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in March: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (7km).

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