March weather forecast
Riverton, New Zealand

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Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is also an enjoyable month in Riverton, New Zealand, with temperature in the range of an average high of 16.1°C (61°F) and an average low of 9.4°C (48.9°F).

Temperature

The onset of March manifests an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 16.1°C (61°F), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 9.4°C (48.9°F) is experienced in Riverton.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Riverton is 82%.

Rainfall

In Riverton, in March, during 18 rainfall days, 58mm (2.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Riverton, New Zealand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 219.7 days and collects up to 744mm (29.29") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Riverton, New Zealand, snow does not fall in January through April, June, July, October through December.

Sea temperature

In March, the average sea temperature is 14.7°C (58.5°F).
Note: It is advised against swimming in 14.7°C (58.5°F) when it drops below 10°C (50°F). Such temperatures can cause extreme cold shock, leading to hyperventilation.

Daylight

In Riverton, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of March in Riverton, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 7:39 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

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 value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in March interprets into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Riverton in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Riverton, records 16.1°C (61°F), while the low-temperature is 9.4°C (48.9°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Riverton?

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in Riverton in March?

In Riverton, New Zealand, during March, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 58mm (2.28") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Riverton?

In Riverton, snow does not fall in January through April, June, July, October through December.

What is the sea water temperature in March in Riverton?

In Riverton, the average seawater temperature in March is 14.7°C (58.5°F). Swimming in 14.7°C (58.5°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Riverton have in March?

In March, the average day length in Riverton, New Zealand, is 12h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Riverton?

On the first day of March in Riverton, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 8:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 7:39 pm NZDT.

How long on average sun shines in March in Riverton?

In Riverton, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Riverton?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Riverton, New Zealand.

What is the UV index reading in March in Riverton?

The average daily maximum UV index in March 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
Riverton, New Zealand

Average temperature in March - Riverton, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in March: 16.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (17.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 9.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (10.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (5.2°C).

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Average pressure in March
Riverton, New Zealand

Average pressure in March - Riverton, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1015.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1009.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Riverton, New Zealand

Average wind speed in March - Riverton, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in March: 15km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (19.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (15km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Riverton, New Zealand

Average humidity in March - Riverton, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, October, November and December (79%).

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Average rainfall in March
Riverton, New Zealand

Average rainfall in March - Riverton, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in March: 58mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and November (76mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (46mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Riverton, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in March - Riverton, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in March: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Riverton, New Zealand

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

The month with the highest snowfall is August (13mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, June, July, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Riverton, New Zealand

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are August and September (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Riverton, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in March - Riverton, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in March: 14.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (15.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July and August (10.8°C).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Riverton, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in March - Riverton, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (11.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Riverton, New Zealand

Average UV index in March - Riverton, 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 month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Riverton, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in March - Riverton, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 49).

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Average visibility in March
Riverton, New Zealand

Average visibility in March - Riverton, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

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

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