March weather forecast
Auckland, New Zealand

The city of Auckland, New Zealand, viewed across the water early morning
The city of Auckland, New Zealand, viewed across the water early morning

March

Weather in March

March sees the end of summer and the onset of autumn in Auckland. Sea temperatures start to cool down, dropping to 20.9°C (69.6°F) from the February peak. The increased weather stability leads to diminished wind speeds, enhancing the comfort level for outdoor activities. Despite the reduction in the number of daylight hours to 12.3, Auckland enjoys considerable sunshine during this period. The rainfall also sees a slight decrease, making March a high time for enjoying outdoor events.

Temperature

The shift to March in Auckland signals an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 21.3°C (70.3°F), subtly varied from February's 22.6°C (72.7°F). In Auckland, March is characterized by an average low-temperature of 16.3°C (61.3°F), indicating a minor drop from daytime highs.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January through March and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Auckland, in March, during 14.2 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 186.5 rainfall days, and 625mm (24.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Auckland, in March, the average water temperature is 20.9°C (69.6°F).
Note: For the majority of people, swimming in water at 20.9°C (69.6°F) is not enjoyable. The challenge of controlling breathing escalates as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 7:16 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In Auckland, the average sunshine in March is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Auckland, New Zealand, are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during March translates into these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?
The high-temperature during March is 21.3°C (70.3°F) and the low-temperature is 16.3°C (61.3°F).
What is the least humid month?
The months with the lowest humidity are January through March and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%.
What is the average humidity in March?
In Auckland, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.
How many days does it rain in March?
In March, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout March, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the sea water temperature in March?
In Auckland, the average seawater temperature in March is 20.9°C (69.6°F). For most, swimming in 20.9°C (69.6°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?
The average day length in March is 12h and 20min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March?
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 7:16 pm NZDT.
How long on average sun shines in March?
In Auckland, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.5h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index in Auckland are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
How high is the UV index in March?
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Auckland, New Zealand
Average temperature in March
Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in March: 21.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 16.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.4°C).

Average pressure in March - Auckland, New Zealand
Average pressure in March
Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in March: 1018.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and September (1014.8mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Auckland, New Zealand
Average wind speed in March
Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in March: 14.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (19km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.9km/h).

Average humidity in March - Auckland, New Zealand
Average humidity in March
Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and November (77%).

Average rainfall in March - Auckland, New Zealand
Average rainfall in March
Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in March: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (34mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Auckland, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in March
Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

Average sea temperature in March - Auckland, New Zealand
Average sea temperature in March
Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in March: 20.9°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 (14.7°C).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Auckland, New Zealand
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Auckland, 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 3min

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).

Average sunshine days in March - Auckland, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in March
Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (7.7 days).

Average UV index in March - Auckland, New Zealand
Average UV index in March
Auckland, 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 month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March - Auckland, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in March
Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in March: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 37).

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