March weather forecast
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

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Weather in March

As Ponta Delgada transitions from winter to spring, March shows signs of slight improvement in weather conditions. The temperatures remain almost static, from 16°C (60.8°F) to 14.7°C (58.5°F), echoing February. March offers an increase in sunshine hours and a reduction in rainfall, ushering in brighter skies and a transition towards drier weather. As spring unfurls, Ponta Delgada begins to showcase its vibrant flora thriving under the newly extended hours of sunlight. Pleasant days and cool evenings are characteristics of March weather.

Temperature

Ponta Delgada's March weather, with an average high temperature of 16°C (60.8°F) and an average low temperature of 14.7°C (58.5°F), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

In Ponta Delgada, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Ponta Delgada, in March, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.8 rainfall days, and 525mm (20.67") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

March is the month with the coldest seawater in Ponta Delgada, Portugal, with an average sea temperature of 15.7°C (60.3°F).
Note: For most, swimming in 15.7°C (60.3°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of March, in Ponta Delgada, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 19:04 -01.

Sunshine

In Ponta Delgada, Portugal, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during March translates into the following guidance:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Ponta Delgada?

The month of March, characterized by an average high of 16°C (60.8°F) and a low of 14.7°C (58.5°F), is recognized as the coldest in Ponta Delgada, Portugal.

What are the temperatures in Ponta Delgada in March?

In Ponta Delgada, 16°C (60.8°F) is the average high-temperature and 14.7°C (58.5°F) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Ponta Delgada?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in Ponta Delgada in March?

In Ponta Delgada, in March, during 13.4 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What month is the sea coldest in Ponta Delgada?

March is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 15.7°C (60.3°F).

How cold is the water in March in Ponta Delgada?

In Ponta Delgada, in March, the average water temperature is 15.7°C (60.3°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 15.7°C (60.3°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Ponta Delgada have in March?

The average day length in March in Ponta Delgada, Portugal, is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Ponta Delgada?

On the first day of March in Ponta Delgada, Portugal, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 19:04 -01.

How many hours of sunshine does Ponta Delgada have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ponta Delgada?

January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Ponta Delgada, Portugal.

How high is the UV index in March in Ponta Delgada?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Ponta Delgada, Portugal, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in March
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average temperature in March - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in March: 16°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (16°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 14.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (14.7°C).

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Average pressure in March
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average pressure in March - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average pressure in March: 1020.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1016.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average wind speed in March - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in March: 26.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (28.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (16.3km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average humidity in March - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in March
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average rainfall in March - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in March: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (89mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (15mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average rainfall days in March - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (9.1 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average sea temperature in March - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average sea temperature in March: 15.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (15.7°C).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average sunshine days in March - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average UV index in March - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and March (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in March
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average cloud cover in March - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in March
Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Average visibility in March - Ponta Delgada, Portugal
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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