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Visiting Otago Region, New Zealand in March

March is one of the best months to visit Otago Region 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 into April. March has average maximum temperatures of 16°C (61°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 79.2% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.8hrs making the days long and bright.

March has total rainfall of 5.9cm (2.3inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 13.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 14°C (56°F). March is too cold for swimming in Otago 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 into April.

Also consider visiting Otago Region 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 Otago Region in March?

No, March is not a good time for sunbathing in Otago Region.

March has average maximum temperatures of 16°C (61°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 79.2% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.8hrs making the days long and bright. March has total rainfall of 5.9cm (2.3inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 13.1 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 Otago Region in March?

No, March is too cold for swimming in Otago Region for any length of time, with the sea water at 14°C (56°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about March sea temperatures.

Is March a good time to holiday in Otago Region?

Probably not, March is not a good time for a holiday in Otago Region.

March has average maximum temperatures of 16°C (61°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 79.2% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.8hrs making the days long and bright. March has total rainfall of 5.9cm (2.3inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 13.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. Sea temperatures are a cold 14°C (56°F). March is too cold for swimming in Otago Region for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the March temperatures and sunshine.

Is Otago Region warm in March?

No, Otago Region is a little too chilly for sunbathing in March.

The average maximum temperature in Otago Region in March is 16°C (61°F). The average maximum temperature is 18°C (65°) in the previous month and 14°C (57°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Otago Region in March is 14°C (57°F). The average temperature is 15°C (60°F) in the previous month and 12°C (53°F) in the next month.

More info about the March temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Otago Region in March?

The average day light hours per day in Otago Region in March are 12.4. The sunshine percentage is 79.2% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.8hrs making the days long and bright.

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Temperature in Otago Region in March

The weather in March is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into April. The average maximum temperature in Otago Region in March is 16°C (61°F). The average maximum temperature is 18°C (65°F) in the previous month and 14°C (57°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Otago Region in March is 14°C (57°F). The average temperature is 15°C (60°F) in the previous month and 12°C (53°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Otago Region in March is 12°C (53°F). The minimum temperature is 13°C (55°F) in the previous month and 10°C (50°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Otago Region in March

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 quickly into April. During March the average day light hours are 12.4 per day in Otago Region. The sunshine percentage is 79.2% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.8hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Otago Region in March is typically 6.1 during March. An ultraviolet index reading of 6 to 7 indicates a high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 20 minutes. Protection against skin and eye damage is needed. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm. 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 Otago Region in March

The average sea water temperature in Otago Region in March is 13.5°C (56.3°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 into April.

Rainfall in Otago Region in March

March weather is slightly wetter than the previous month. March has a few more days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Otago Region in March is 5.9cm (2.3inches) and on average there are 13.1 rainy days in March making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

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