New Zealand Weather in March: Temperature, Precipitation, Wind

Temperature
16.8°C
62.3°F
High temperature
19.7°C
67.5°F
Low temperature
14°C
57.2°F
Rainy days
23 days
Rainfall level
3.15mm
0.12 inch
Cloud coverage
58.3%
Wind speed
41.4km/h
25.7mph
Daylight time
12:22:25
UV index
6.3
1
partly cloudy day
17.3°C
63.0°F
2
partly cloudy day
19.6°C
67.0°F
3
rain
20.2°C
68.0°F
4
rain
17.9°C
64.0°F
5
rain
15.8°C
60.0°F
6
rain
15.5°C
60.0°F
7
partly cloudy day
15.4°C
60.0°F
8
partly cloudy day
19.2°C
67.0°F
9
partly cloudy day
20.5°C
69.0°F
10
rain
19.2°C
67.0°F
11
partly cloudy day
17.7°C
64.0°F
12
partly cloudy day
18.4°C
65.0°F
13
rain
17.1°C
63.0°F
14
rain
14.3°C
58.0°F
15
clear day
15.4°C
60.0°F
16
partly cloudy day
17.9°C
64.0°F
17
rain
19.6°C
67.0°F
18
rain
17.2°C
63.0°F
19
clear day
17.3°C
63.0°F
20
wind
18.4°C
65.0°F
21
rain
17.1°C
63.0°F
22
rain
14.2°C
58.0°F
23
partly cloudy day
15.0°C
59.0°F
24
partly cloudy day
15.0°C
59.0°F
25
partly cloudy day
17.9°C
64.0°F
26
rain
18.0°C
64.0°F
27
wind
17.2°C
63.0°F
28
rain
14.5°C
58.0°F
29
rain
11.1°C
52.0°F
30
rain
13.2°C
56.0°F
31
rain
15.2°C
59.0°F

March is the first month of autumn in New Zealand, and the weather remains warm and pleasant in many parts of the country. The average temperature in New Zealand in March ranges from a low of 14°C (57.2°F) to a high of 19.7°C (67.5°F), with an overall average of 16.8°C (62.3°F).

March is also a transitional month, with some regions experiencing cooler temperatures and increased rainfall. The average precipitation in New Zealand in March is 3.15 mm, with a 51.6% chance of precipitation. The most common type of precipitation is rain, and it covers 7.3 days on average. The average humidity in New Zealand in March is 78.1%, and the average windspeed is 41.4 km/h (25.7 mph). The weather conditions are highly variable, with an average cloud cover of 58.3% and an average visibility of 9.9 km (6.2 miles). Overall, March is a favorable time to visit New Zealand, with mild temperatures and a mix of sunny and rainy days. Travelers should pack layers to accommodate changing weather conditions, as well as a waterproof jacket or umbrella for possible rain showers.

What is the temperature in New Zealand in March?

Average air temperature in New Zealand is 16.8°C (62.3°F) in March. The outside temperature in New Zealand feels like 16.8°C (62.3°F) on a typical March day. The highest average temperature during sunny days is 19.7°C (67.5°F) and feels like 19.7°C (67.5°F). The lowest average temperature after dark is 14°C (57.2°F) which feels like 13.6°C (56.6°F).

Daily Temperature in New Zealand in March 0°C / 32.0°F 5°C / 41.0°F 10°C / 50.0°F 15°C / 59.0°F 20°C / 68.0°F 25°C / 77.0°F 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

How hot is New Zealand in March?

The hot temperature in March in New Zealand rises to 23°C (73.4°F) on sunny days with low cloud coverage and 78.1% humidity. During hottest days of March it feels like 23 °C (73.4°F). The average maximum temp in New Zealand is 19.7°C (73.4°F) during day time in March.

How cold is New Zealand in March?

The coldest temp in New Zealand in March drops to 8°C (46.4°F) during the cold nights. With 41.4km/h (25.7mph) winds and 78.1% humidity it feels like 3.1°C (37.6°F) on the coldest nights. The average minimum temperature is 14°C (57.2°F) during night time in March.

Does it rain in New Zealand in March?

Yes, it rains for 23 days in New Zealand in March averaging 3.15 mm of precipitation. New Zealand has a 51.6% chance for rain throughout the entire month of March.

How much does it rain in New Zealand throughout March?

New Zealand has 3.15 mm (0.12 inch) of rain per day on average in March. It rains for an average of 23 days out of the entire month.

Is New Zealand windy in March?

The average speed of wind in New Zealand during March is 41.4km/h (25.7mph) and average windgust is 58.4km/h (36.3mph). On some days in March wind can reach up to 70.5km/h (43.8mph).

Daily wind speed in New Zealand in March 0km/h (0mph) 18km/h (11mph) 36km/h (22mph) 54km/h (34mph) 72km/h (45mph) 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

What is the direction of the wind in New Zealand in March?

Most days of March the wind is blowing from South-Southeast direction in New Zealand.

What are the humidity levels in New Zealand in March?

The average humidity levels in New Zealand in March are 78.1%. Daily humidity levels in New Zealand range from 68.4% to 91.4% during March.

Daily humidity levels in New Zealand in March 0% 23% 46% 69% 92% 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

How many hours of daylight are in New Zealand in March?

New Zealand has 12 hours 22 minutes of daylight in March on average. Sunset and sunrise times gradually change throughout the month. Sunrise in New Zealand in March is at 7:18:01 and the sunset is at 19:40:27.

What is the cloud coverage in New Zealand in March?

Clouds cover 58.3% of the sky on average throughout March in New Zealand. The cloud coverage ranges from 0% to 99.1% depending on the day of the month.

What is the UV level in March in New Zealand?

The average UV index in New Zealand is 6.3 in March. UV levels change throughout the month and range from 1 to 9.

What is the solar radiation in New Zealand in March?

The average solar radiation is 143.8 W/m2 (Watts per square meter) in New Zealand during March. However solar radiation levels change throughout the month and range from 16.2 W/m2 to 267.1 W/m2.

What is the solar energy during March in New Zealand?

The average solar energy during March in New Zealand is 12.4 MJ/m2 (megajoules per square metre). Solar energy ranges from 1.4 MJ/m2, to 23.3 MJ/m2 during March.

Are there severe weather risks in New Zealand in March?

Yes, there is a 10% risk for severe weather in New Zealand in March.

What is the air pressure in New Zealand in March?

On average the air pressure in New Zealand in March is 1013 mb (millibars). Throughout the month the sea level pressure ranges from 1003.2 mb to 1023.1 mb.

What is the visibility in New Zealand in March?

The average daylight visibility in New Zealand in March is 9.9 km (6.2 miles). Depending on the precipitation the visibility ranges from 4.4 km (2.7 miles) to 11.2 km (7 miles) throughout March.

What is the dew point in New Zealand in March?

The average dew point in New Zealand during March is 12.9°C (55.2°F).

Where is the data for New Zealand climate in March coming from?

The climate data for New Zealand in March is collected from the following weather stations.

  • PARAPARAUMU AWS, NZ
  • WELLINGTON INTERNATIONAL, NZ
  • WELLINGTON AERO AWS, NZ
  • NGAWI, NZ
  • CAPE CAMPBELL AWS, NZ
  • ZL2ARL Wellington NZ
  • NZWN