March weather forecast
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

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Weather in March

March sees a slight increase in temperature and humidity, a precursor of the season to come. Rainfall begins to trickle in with an average of 1mm (0.04"), potentially causing slight increases in the day's humidity levels. The slanting rays of sunshine enjoy a brief window of around 8.9 hours through the clouds to reach the city. Santa Maria's characteristic easterly winds maintain their course, gently billowing at an average speed of 28km/h (17.4mph). As night befalls, temperatures rarely drop below 20.6°C (69.1°F), continuing the trend of a mild climate.

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be March, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 21.6°C (70.9°F) and a low of 20.6°C (69.1°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Santa Maria is 78%.

Rainfall

In Santa Maria, in March, during 2.8 rainfall days, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Santa Maria, during the entire year, the rain falls for 37.7 days and collects up to 90mm (3.54") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In March, the average sea temperature is 22.7°C (72.9°F).
Note: Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 22.7°C (72.9°F) water may be enjoyable. (FYI: The official water temperature required for the Olympic swimming competition is 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Santa Maria is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of March in Santa Maria, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:44 -01.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Santa Maria, Cape Verde, is 8.9h.

UV index

January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be alert! The reflection of water and sand augments UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Santa Maria?

March tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 21.6°C (70.9°F) and a low of 20.6°C (69.1°F).

What are March temperatures in Santa Maria?

The high-temperature, in March, in Santa Maria, records 21.6°C (70.9°F), while the low-temperature is 20.6°C (69.1°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Santa Maria?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Santa Maria in March?

In March, in Santa Maria, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout March, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

How warm is the water in March in Santa Maria?

In Santa Maria, in March, the average water temperature is 22.7°C (72.9°F). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 22.7°C (72.9°F) water may be enjoyable.

How many hours of daylight does Santa Maria have in March?

In Santa Maria, Cape Verde, the average day length in March is 12h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Santa Maria?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:44 -01.

How many hours of sunshine does Santa Maria have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Santa Maria, Cape Verde, is 8.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Santa Maria?

January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Santa Maria.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Santa Maria?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Santa Maria, Cape Verde, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in March
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average temperature in March - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average high temperature in March: 21.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (26.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (21.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (20.6°C).

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Average pressure in March
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average pressure in March - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1013mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average wind speed in March - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average wind speed in March: 28km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (30.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (17.9km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average humidity in March - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average rainfall in March - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall in March: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (35mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average rainfall days in March - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average sea temperature in March - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average sea temperature in March: 22.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is October (27.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (22.4°C).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average sunshine days in March - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average sunshine days in March: 28.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (29.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (18.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average UV index in March - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, November and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in March
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average cloud cover in March - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average cloud cover in March: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in March
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average visibility in March - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • 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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