Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Queenstown, New Zealand, during March is characterized by an average temperature of 11°C (52°F). Highs can soar to 21°C (69°F), while lows may dip to 1°C (34°F). Typically, the humidity level in Queenstown throughout March hovers around 87%.
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In March, Queenstown averages 96 mm (3.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 21 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 20 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 37% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In March, the UV Index in Queenstown 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 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 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 | ||||||