Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Leeston, New Zealand, during March is characterized by an average temperature of 16°C (61°F). Highs can soar to 27°C (81°F), while lows may dip to 6°C (44°F). Typically, the humidity level in Leeston throughout March hovers around 81%.
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In March, Leeston averages 61 mm (2.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 10 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 20 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 37 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 42% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In March, the UV Index in Leeston 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.
| 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 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 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 | ||||||