March weather forecast
Whitianga, New Zealand

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the autumn in Whitianga, is also an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 20.3°C (68.5°F) and 16.4°C (61.5°F).

Temperature

March notes an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 20.3°C (68.5°F), subtly differing from February's 21.8°C (71.2°F). Whitianga's nights throughout March are marked by an average low temperature of 16.4°C (61.5°F), a minor drop from the day's high.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Whitianga, in March, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 48mm (1.89") of accumulated precipitation. In Whitianga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180 days and collects up to 716mm (28.19") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Whitianga, the average seawater temperature in March is 21.2°C (70.2°F).
Note: Swimming is not a pleasurable activity for the majority in water at 21.2°C (70.2°F). Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of March in Whitianga, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:12 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In Whitianga, the average sunshine in March 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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Heads up! Sand and water reflection magnifies the UV exposure from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Whitianga in March?

During March, Whitianga experiences an average high-temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) and a low-temperature of 16.4°C (61.5°F).

What are the least humid months in Whitianga?

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

What is the average humidity in March in Whitianga?

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

How much does it rain in Whitianga in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout March, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in March in Whitianga?

In Whitianga, in March, the average water temperature is 21.2°C (70.2°F). For most, swimming in 21.2°C (70.2°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

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

The average day length in March in Whitianga is 12h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Whitianga?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Whitianga, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:12 pm NZDT.

How long on average sun shines in March in Whitianga?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Whitianga?

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

How high is the UV index in March in Whitianga?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in March
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average temperature in March - Whitianga, 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).

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Average pressure in March
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average pressure in March - Whitianga, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average wind speed in March - Whitianga, 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).

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Average humidity in March
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average humidity in March - Whitianga, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average rainfall in March - Whitianga, 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).

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Average rainfall days in March
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in March - Whitianga, 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).

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Average sea temperature in March
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in March - Whitianga, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in March: 21.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (21.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (15.3°C).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in March - Whitianga, 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).

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Average UV index in March
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average UV index in March - Whitianga, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in March - Whitianga, 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).

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Average visibility in March
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average visibility in March - Whitianga, 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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