March weather forecast
Cebu City, Philippines

Witnessing a steady shift from the wetter start to the year, March introduces warmer conditions. The shower tally dips considerably with an average monthly rainfall of just 20mm (0.79"), sharply contrasting the first two months. The sea warms up to 27.2°C (81°F) and the dry spell persists. As Cebu City shifts gears into a sunnier period, the air becomes less humid and the landscape starts to dry.

Temperature

Cebu City in March witnesses an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.2°C (88.2°F), indicating a slight variation from February's 30.2°C (86.4°F). Throughout the March nights, Cebu City encounters a low-temperature of 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Rainfall

March is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7 days and accumulates 20mm (0.79") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Cebu City, in March, the average water temperature is 27.2°C (81°F).
Note: Water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are regarded as very warm, ensuring all water activities are pleasurable for extended periods without feeling uneasy.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Cebu City is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 5:54 pm. On the last day of March, in Cebu City, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 5:55 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Cebu City, the average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Cebu City are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 12 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Enforce all necessary safety measures, unprotected skin may suffer burns swiftly. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen must be generously applied and reapplied every two hours or post any outdoor activity or swim. Heads up! Sand and water reflection magnifies the UV exposure from the Sun.