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Visiting Totaranui Bay, New Zealand in March

March is one of the best months to visit Totaranui Bay for the best beach weather. It has the most sunshine and best sunbathing and swimming conditions of the year.

The weather in March is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop quickly into April. March has average maximum temperatures of 20°C (69°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 45% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.6 hours of sunshine per day.

March has total rainfall of 9.9cm (3.9inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 10.2 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 15°C (59°F). March is too cold for swimming in Totaranui Bay 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.

Also consider visiting Totaranui Bay in one of the other best months of January, February, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.

Can you sunbathe in Totaranui Bay in March?

Yes, March is a good time for sunbathing in Totaranui Bay.

March has average maximum temperatures of 20°C (69°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 45% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.6 hours of sunshine per day. March has total rainfall of 9.9cm (3.9inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 10.2 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

More about March temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Totaranui Bay in March?

No, March is too cold for swimming in Totaranui Bay for any length of time, with the sea water at 15°C (59°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about March sea temperatures.

Is March a good time to holiday in Totaranui Bay?

Yes, March is a good time for a holiday in Totaranui Bay.

March has average maximum temperatures of 20°C (69°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 45% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.6 hours of sunshine per day. March has total rainfall of 9.9cm (3.9inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 10.2 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. Sea temperatures are a cold 15°C (59°F). March is too cold for swimming in Totaranui Bay for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the March temperatures and sunshine.

Is Totaranui Bay warm in March?

Yes, Totaranui Bay is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days in March.

The average maximum temperature in Totaranui Bay in March is 20°C (69°F). The average maximum temperature is 23°C (73°) in the previous month and 16°C (61°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Totaranui Bay in March is 16°C (60°F). The average temperature is 17°C (63°F) in the previous month and 12°C (54°F) in the next month.

More info about the March temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Totaranui Bay in March?

The average day light hours per day in Totaranui Bay in March are 12.4. The sunshine percentage is 45% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.6 hours of sunshine per day.

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Temperature in Totaranui Bay in March

The weather in March is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop quickly into April. The average maximum temperature in Totaranui Bay in March is 20°C (69°F). The average maximum temperature is 23°C (73°F) in the previous month and 16°C (61°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Totaranui Bay in March is 16°C (60°F). The average temperature is 17°C (63°F) in the previous month and 12°C (54°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Totaranui Bay in March is 11°C (51°F). The minimum temperature is 12°C (53°F) in the previous month and 8°C (47°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Totaranui Bay in March

The days in March are shorter than the previous month and days continue to get shorter into April. March has less hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop quickly into April. During March the average day light hours are 12.4 per day in Totaranui Bay. The sunshine percentage is 45% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.6 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Totaranui Bay in March is typically 7.6 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.

Sea Temperature in Totaranui Bay in March

The average sea water temperature in Totaranui Bay in March is 15.2°C (59.4°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.

Rainfall in Totaranui Bay in March

March weather is marginally wetter than the previous month and rainfall continues to rise into April. March has a few more days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to rise slightly into April. The average total rainfall in Totaranui Bay in March is 9.9cm (3.9inches) and on average there are 10.2 rainy days in March making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

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