March weather forecast
Waitane, New Zealand

March

Weather in March

The first month of the autumn, March, is still a comfortable month in Waitane, New Zealand, with an average temperature varying between 16.1°C (61°F) and 9.4°C (48.9°F).

Temperature

The onset of March manifests an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 16.1°C (61°F), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 9.4°C (48.9°F) is common during the nights of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout March, 58mm (2.28") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Waitane, New Zealand, there are 219.7 rainfall days, and 744mm (29.29") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Waitane is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 7:36 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In Waitane, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Waitane, New Zealand. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Waitane?
In Waitane, 16.1°C (61°F) is the average high-temperature and 9.4°C (48.9°F) is the average low-temperature during March.
What is the average humidity in March in Waitane?
The average relative humidity in March is 82%.
How much does it rain in Waitane in March?
In Waitane, in March, it is raining for 18 days, with typically 58mm (2.28") of accumulated precipitation.
When it does not snow in Waitane?
In Waitane, snow does not fall in January through April, June, July, October through December.
How many hours of daylight does Waitane have in March?
In Waitane, the average day length in March is 12h and 25min.
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Waitane?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 7:36 pm NZDT.
How many hours of sunshine does Waitane have in March?
In March, the average sunshine duration in Waitane is 6.4h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Waitane?
January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Waitane.
How high is the UV index in March in Waitane?
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March - Waitane, New Zealand
Average temperature in March
Waitane, 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).

Average pressure in March - Waitane, New Zealand
Average pressure in March
Waitane, 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).

Average wind speed in March - Waitane, New Zealand
Average wind speed in March
Waitane, 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).

Average humidity in March - Waitane, New Zealand
Average humidity in March
Waitane, 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%).

Average rainfall in March - Waitane, New Zealand
Average rainfall in March
Waitane, 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).

Average rainfall days in March - Waitane, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in March
Waitane, 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).

Average snowfall in March - Waitane, New Zealand
Average snowfall in March
Waitane, 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).

Average snowfall days in March - Waitane, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in March
Waitane, 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).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Waitane, New Zealand
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Waitane, 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).

Average sunshine days in March - Waitane, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in March
Waitane, 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).

Average UV index in March - Waitane, New Zealand
Average UV index in March
Waitane, 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).

Average cloud cover in March - Waitane, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in March
Waitane, 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).

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