March weather forecast
Tairua, New Zealand

March

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a pleasant month in Tairua, New Zealand, with temperature in the range of an average high of 20.3°C (68.5°F) and an average low of 16.4°C (61.5°F).

Temperature

Upon the onset of March, Tairua witnesses an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 20.3°C (68.5°F), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. In March, Tairua experiences a marginal drop in temperature, with averages of 16.4°C (61.5°F) at night.

Humidity

March through May and July, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Tairua, during March, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 48mm (1.89") of precipitation. In Tairua, New Zealand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180 days and collects up to 716mm (28.19") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Tairua, in March, the average water temperature is 21.1°C (70°F).
Note: Swimming is not a pleasurable activity for most people when the water temperature is 21.1°C (70°F). Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Tairua, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of March in Tairua, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:12 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 7.6h.

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 reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in March interprets into the following advice:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Warning! The Sun's UV rays intensify with reflections from sand and water.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Tairua?
In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 20.3°C (68.5°F) and 16.4°C (61.5°F) respectively.
What are the least humid months in Tairua?
March through May and July, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months in Tairua.
What is the average humidity in March in Tairua?
In Tairua, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.
How much does it rain in Tairua in March?
In Tairua, in March, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 48mm (1.89") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the sea water temperature in March in Tairua?
In Tairua, New Zealand, in March, the average water temperature is 21.1°C (70°F). Swimming in 21.1°C (70°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 Tairua?
In Tairua, New Zealand, the average day length in March is 12h and 20min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Tairua?
On the first day of March in Tairua, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:12 pm NZDT.
How long on average sun shines in March in Tairua?
In Tairua, New Zealand, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.6h.
When is the highest UV index in Tairua?
The months with the highest UV index in Tairua are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
What is the UV index reading in March in Tairua?
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Tairua, New Zealand, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Tairua, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in March: 20.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (21.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.2°C).

Average pressure in March
Tairua, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in March: 1018.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and September (1014.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Tairua, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in March: 16.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (21.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (15.5km/h).

Average humidity in March
Tairua, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April, May and July (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Tairua, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in March: 48mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (84mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (37mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Tairua, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.6 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Tairua, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in March: 21.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (15.2°C).

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Tairua, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Tairua, 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 June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Tairua, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Tairua, 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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