Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Rotorua, New Zealand, during March is characterized by an average temperature of 16°C (61°F). Highs can soar to 24°C (76°F), while lows may dip to 7°C (45°F). Typically, the humidity level in Rotorua throughout March hovers around 71%.
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In March, Rotorua averages 120 mm (4.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 17 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 39 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 41% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In March, the UV Index in Rotorua reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||