Sea temperatures are a cold 16°C (61°F). March is too cold for swimming in Canterbury Region for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in March is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into April.
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No, March is too cold for swimming in Canterbury Region for any length of time, with the sea water at 16°C (61°F), unless you have a wetsuit.
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The average day light hours per day in Canterbury Region in March are 12.4. The sunshine percentage is 77% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.5hrs making the days long and bright.
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The days in March are shorter than the previous month and days continue to get shorter into April. March has far fewer hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop markedly into April. During March the average day light hours are 12.4 per day in Canterbury Region. The sunshine percentage is 77% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.5hrs making the days long and bright.
The ultraviolet index in Canterbury Region in March is typically 7.2 during March. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Canterbury Region in March is 15.9°C (60.6°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. The sea temperature in March is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into April.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
