March weather forecast
Waitara, New Zealand

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Waitara, is also an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20°C (68°F) and 14.6°C (58.3°F).

Temperature

March's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 20°C (68°F), diverging marginally from February's 21.3°C (70.3°F). Waitara experiences an average low-temperature reading of 14.6°C (58.3°F) throughout March.

Humidity

January, March and November, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Waitara, in March, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 48mm (1.89") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 184.4 rainfall days, and 878mm (34.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Waitara, in March, the average water temperature is 19.3°C (66.7°F).
Note: Swimming in water that is 19.3°C (66.7°F) is not enjoyable for most. Breathing becomes more challenging to manage as the water temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Waitara, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of March, in Waitara, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 7:17 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Waitara is 7.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Waitara are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
Updated: Jan 27, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Waitara?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Waitara, New Zealand, during March are 20°C (68°F) and 14.6°C (58.3°F) respectively.

What are the least humid months in Waitara?

The months with the lowest humidity in Waitara are January, March and November, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in March in Waitara?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Waitara?

In Waitara, New Zealand, during March, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 48mm (1.89") of precipitation.

How cold is the water in March in Waitara?

In Waitara, New Zealand, the average seawater temperature in March is 19.3°C (66.7°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 19.3°C (66.7°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Waitara have in March?

In Waitara, the average day length in March is 12h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Waitara?

On the first day of March in Waitara, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 7:17 pm NZDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Waitara have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.7h.

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

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Waitara, New Zealand.

What is the UV index reading in March in Waitara?

In Waitara, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in March
Waitara, New Zealand

Average temperature in March - Waitara, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in March: 20°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (21.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (12.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 14.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (15.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.8°C).

Average pressure in March
Waitara, New Zealand

Average pressure in March - Waitara, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in March: 1018.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1013.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Waitara, New Zealand

Average wind speed in March - Waitara, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in March: 15.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (19.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (14.7km/h).

Average humidity in March
Waitara, New Zealand

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July, August, September, October and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Waitara, New Zealand

Average rainfall in March - Waitara, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in March: 48mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (103mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (38mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Waitara, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in March - Waitara, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.7 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Waitara, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in March - Waitara, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in March: 19.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (19.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (13.4°C).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Waitara, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Waitara, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in March - Waitara, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Waitara, New Zealand

Average UV index in March - Waitara, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Waitara, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in March - Waitara, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Waitara, New Zealand

Average visibility in March - Waitara, 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).

Waitara, New Zealand

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