March weather forecast
San Diego, Costa Rica

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Weather in March

March ushers in a period of notable transformation in San Diego's weather dynamics. Upon comparison with February, rainfall increases to 39mm (1.54"), ushering in the onset of the wetter season. The daylight hours start to extend, and the UV index remains constant. Despite this increase, residents and tourists still find comfort under the 35% cloud cover.

Temperature

During March, San Diego observes a subtle ascent to a still moderately hot 24.9°C (76.8°F) from February's 24.3°C (75.7°F) in the average high-temperature. Throughout the month of March, San Diego observes an average nighttime temperature of 14.4°C (57.9°F).

Humidity

In San Diego, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 20 days. Throughout March, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 305 rainfall days, and 2534mm (99.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In San Diego, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:46 CST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in San Diego is 8.8h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in San Diego, Costa Rica. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
Updated: Jan 26, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in San Diego in March?

In San Diego, 24.9°C (76.8°F) is the average high-temperature and 14.4°C (57.9°F) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in San Diego?

In San Diego, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in San Diego?

In San Diego, Costa Rica, in March, during 20 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does San Diego have in March?

In March, the average day length in San Diego is 12h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in San Diego?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, in San Diego, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:46 CST.

How long on average sun shines in March in San Diego?

In San Diego, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in San Diego?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in San Diego.

When is the lowest UV index in San Diego?

The months with the lowest UV index in San Diego are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in March in San Diego?

In San Diego, Costa Rica, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
San Diego, Costa Rica

Average temperature in March - San Diego, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in March: 24.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (22.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 14.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (16.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.7°C).

Average pressure in March
San Diego, Costa Rica

Average pressure in March - San Diego, Costa Rica
  • Average pressure in March: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March
San Diego, Costa Rica

Average wind speed in March - San Diego, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.7km/h).

Average humidity in March
San Diego, Costa Rica

Average humidity in March - San Diego, Costa Rica
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (76%).

Average rainfall in March
San Diego, Costa Rica

Average rainfall in March - San Diego, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in March: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (444mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (33mm).

Average rainfall days in March
San Diego, Costa Rica

Average rainfall days in March - San Diego, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in March: 20 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.9 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
San Diego, Costa Rica

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - San Diego, Costa Rica
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
San Diego, Costa Rica

Average sunshine days in March - San Diego, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (10.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (0.1 days).

Average UV index in March
San Diego, Costa Rica

Average UV index in March - San Diego, Costa Rica
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
San Diego, Costa Rica

Average cloud cover in March - San Diego, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in March: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
San Diego, Costa Rica

Average visibility in March - San Diego, Costa Rica
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are September and October (6km).

San Diego, Costa Rica

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