March Weather in Kaikoura

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Kaikoura, New Zealand, during March is characterized by an average temperature of 15°C (60°F). Highs can soar to 22°C (72°F), while lows may dip to 10°C (50°F). Typically, the humidity level in Kaikoura throughout March hovers around 77%.

10°C (50°F)

Minimum temperature

15°C (60°F)

Average temperature

22°C (72°F)

Maximum temperature

77%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In March, Kaikoura averages 74 mm (2.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 10 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 19 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 50 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 47% probability of sunny days during this period.

74 mm (2.9 inches)

Precipitation

10 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 50 minutes

Sunshine hours

47%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In March, the UV Index in Kaikoura reaches a maximum of 9, 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.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  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
UVI 0 1 2 3 6 8 9 9 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

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