March 8 is generally a great time to visit Auckland. While there is a slight chance of rain (16%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 22°C weather. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Auckland—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.
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Essential Travel Info for Auckland
Currency
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$ New Zealand dollar
Language
English
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Driving
Left side
Connect
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.269
Auckland Weather Forecast for March 8
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 21.6°C. 16% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Auckland in March
Based on historical data for March 8, Auckland typically experiences temperatures between 16.4°C and 21.6°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (16% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Auckland
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
21.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
16.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
21.9°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
16%
Avg 1.2mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
54%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1017.4 hPa
Medium volatility
Auckland Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ This date historically delivers consistent weather 77% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
07:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 27 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 41 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 68 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
16.8°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in New Zealand
Flight Traffic
Moderate
45/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~199
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Auckland
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:13
☀️ Noon
13:33
🌇 Sunset
19:52
⏱️ Daylight
12h 39m
Wind Speed
22 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
10.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Auckland
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Auckland on March 8 averages 21.6°C with a 16% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 98/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Auckland Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Auckland Worth Visiting on March 8?
Planning a trip to Auckland on March 8? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 21.6°C with a 16% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 199 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for New Zealand, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 21.7°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.35m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest March 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 23.7°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 13.7°C in 2023.