March weather forecast
New Plymouth, New Zealand

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Weather in March

March sees the weather pivot towards autumn, with average temperatures decreasing to approximately 20.9°C (69.6°F). The humidity levels stay constant, hinting at the steady transition towards a cooler season. Later sunrises and earlier sunsets are markers of the impending change in the weather pattern. Comparatively heavier rainfall than the previous month indicates the shift into autumn. However, the relatively warm sea temperatures maintain a delightful beach experience.

Temperature

New Plymouth commences March with an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 20.9°C (69.6°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. An average nighttime temperature of 12.7°C (54.9°F) is recorded during March.

Humidity

In New Plymouth, the average relative humidity in March is 81.8%.

Rainfall

In New Plymouth, during March, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 127mm (5") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 134.8 rainfall days, and 1386mm (54.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

February and March, with an average sea temperature of 19°C (66.2°F), are months with the warmest seawater.
Note: Swimming in 19°C (66.2°F) is not an enjoyable experience for most. Breathing becomes progressively more challenging as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:18 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In New Plymouth, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for New Plymouth in March?

In New Plymouth, 20.9°C (69.6°F) is the average high-temperature and 12.7°C (54.9°F) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In New Plymouth, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in March is 81.8%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In New Plymouth, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 127mm (5") of accumulated precipitation.

When is the sea warmest?

The months with the warmest seawater are February and March, with an average sea temperature of 19°C (66.2°F).

How cold is the water in March?

In New Plymouth, New Zealand, in March, the average water temperature is 19°C (66.2°F). For most, swimming in 19°C (66.2°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).

How many hours of daylight does New Plymouth have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:18 pm NZDT.

How long on average sun shines in March?

In New Plymouth, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In New Plymouth, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
New Plymouth, New Zealand

Average temperature in March - New Plymouth, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in March: 20.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 12.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (13.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.8°C).

Average humidity in March
New Plymouth, New Zealand

Average humidity in March - New Plymouth, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in March: 81.8%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (86.1%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (80.1%).

Average rainfall in March
New Plymouth, New Zealand

Average rainfall in March - New Plymouth, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in March: 126.5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (152.6mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (85.4mm).

Average rainfall days in March
New Plymouth, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in March - New Plymouth, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average sea temperature in March
New Plymouth, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in March - New Plymouth, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in March: 19°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are February and March (19°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July, August, September and October (14°C).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Plymouth, 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: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average UV index in March
New Plymouth, New Zealand

Average UV index in March - New Plymouth, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 11).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 2).

New Plymouth, New Zealand

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