March weather forecast
Ruatapu, New Zealand

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Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a refreshing month in Ruatapu, New Zealand, with an average temperature fluctuating between 11.9°C (53.4°F) and 16.8°C (62.2°F).

Temperature

With March's advent, Ruatapu sees an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 16.8°C (62.2°F), subtly shifted from February's 17.6°C (63.7°F). Maintaining close parity with daytime warmth, the average nocturnal temperature in Ruatapu during March stays at a fresh 11.9°C (53.4°F).

Humidity

In Ruatapu, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Ruatapu, during March, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 135mm (5.31") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ruatapu, there are 193.3 rainfall days, and 1751mm (68.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Ruatapu is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 7:29 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Ruatapu is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during March leads to these instructions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
Updated: Jan 27, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Ruatapu?

In Ruatapu, 16.8°C (62.2°F) is the average high-temperature and 11.9°C (53.4°F) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Ruatapu?

In Ruatapu, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in Ruatapu in March?

In Ruatapu, New Zealand, in March, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 135mm (5.31") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in March in Ruatapu?

In Ruatapu, the average day length in March is 12h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Ruatapu?

On the first day of March in Ruatapu, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 8:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 7:29 pm NZDT.

How long on average sun shines in March in Ruatapu?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Ruatapu is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Ruatapu?

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

Average temperature in March
Ruatapu, New Zealand

Average temperature in March - Ruatapu, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in March: 16.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (17.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 11.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (12.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.8°C).

Average pressure in March
Ruatapu, New Zealand

Average pressure in March - Ruatapu, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in March: 1017.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Ruatapu, New Zealand

Average wind speed in March - Ruatapu, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (13.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in March
Ruatapu, New Zealand

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, October, November and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Ruatapu, New Zealand

Average rainfall in March - Ruatapu, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in March: 135mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (182mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (107mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Ruatapu, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in March - Ruatapu, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ruatapu, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in March - Ruatapu, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (9.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Ruatapu, New Zealand

Average UV index in March - Ruatapu, 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).

Average cloud cover in March
Ruatapu, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in March - Ruatapu, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Ruatapu, New Zealand

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

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

Ruatapu, New Zealand

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