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Visiting Mason Bay Beach, Stewart Island, New Zealand in March

March is one of the best months to visit Mason Bay Beach 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 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.0hrs making the days long and bright.

March has total rainfall of 19.9cm (7.8inches) making it a bit rainy but with only moderate showers. There are 18.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the clear days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 12°C (54°F). March is too cold for swimming in Mason Bay Beach 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.

In March, the weather at Mason Bay Beach is still warm and sunny, but with slightly cooler temperatures than the previous months. Swimming, sunbathing, and snorkeling are still enjoyable activities during this month. The winds start to pick up, making it a great time for windsurfing and kitesurfing enthusiasts. Also consider visiting Mason Bay Beach 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 Mason Bay Beach in March?

No, March is not a good time for sunbathing in Mason Bay Beach.

March has average maximum temperatures of 16°C (61°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.0hrs making the days long and bright. March has total rainfall of 19.9cm (7.8inches) making it a bit rainy but with only moderate showers. There are 18.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the clear days.

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Can you swim in Mason Bay Beach in March?

No, March is too cold for swimming in Mason Bay Beach for any length of time, with the sea water at 12°C (54°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

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Is March a good time to holiday in Mason Bay Beach?

Probably not, March is not a good time for a holiday in Mason Bay Beach.

March has average maximum temperatures of 16°C (61°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.0hrs making the days long and bright. March has total rainfall of 19.9cm (7.8inches) making it a bit rainy but with only moderate showers. There are 18.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the clear days. Sea temperatures are a cold 12°C (54°F). March is too cold for swimming in Mason Bay Beach for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

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Is Mason Bay Beach warm in March?

No, Mason Bay Beach is a little too chilly for sunbathing in March.

The average maximum temperature in Mason Bay Beach 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 Mason Bay Beach in March is 12°C (54°F). The average temperature is 14°C (57°F) in the previous month and 11°C (51°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Mason Bay Beach in March?

The average day light hours per day in Mason Bay Beach in March are 12.5. The sunshine percentage is 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.0hrs making the days long and bright.

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Crowds in Mason Bay Beach in March

March is the beginning of autumn in New Zealand, and the weather starts to cool down. The number of visitors to Mason Bay Beach decreases further, and the beach is usually quiet during this month. There are no significant public holidays or events in March that affect the crowd levels at the beach.

Temperature in Mason Bay Beach in March

The weather in March is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into April. The average maximum temperature in Mason Bay Beach 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 Mason Bay Beach in March is 12°C (54°F). The average temperature is 14°C (57°F) in the previous month and 11°C (51°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Mason Bay Beach in March is 8°C (46°F). The minimum temperature is 9°C (49°F) in the previous month and 7°C (45°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Mason Bay Beach 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 12.5 per day in Mason Bay Beach. The sunshine percentage is 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.0hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Mason Bay Beach in March is typically 5.8 during March. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive 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, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Mason Bay Beach in March

The average sea water temperature in Mason Bay Beach in March is 12.3°C (54.1°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in March is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into April.

Rainfall in Mason Bay Beach 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 Mason Bay Beach in March is 19.9cm (7.8inches) and on average there are 18.5 rainy days in March making it a wet time to visit the beach.

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