March weather forecast
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Palm trees along a white sandy beach in Punta Cana, in the Dominican Republic
Palm trees along a white sandy beach in Punta Cana, in the Dominican Republic

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Punta Cana, is still a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.4°C (74.1°F) and an average high of 27.1°C (80.8°F).

Temperature

The coldest months are January and March, with an average high-temperature of 27.1°C (80.8°F).

Heat index

In March, the average heat index is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F). Constant exposure and activity lead to possible fatigue. Prolonged exercise may result in heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature', 'real feel', or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Additional factors like metabolic differences, differences in body mass, height, and shape, clothing, and activity influence one's weather impression. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it is vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 74%, March is the least humid month in Punta Cana.

Rainfall

In March, in Punta Cana, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout March, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 251.4 rainfall days, and 821mm (32.32") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

February and March, with an average sea temperature of 26°C (78.8°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Punta Cana.
Note: For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Punta Cana is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of March in Punta Cana, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:47 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.8h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in March transform into the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is significantly increased by the reflection of the water and sand.
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FAQ

What is the coldest month in Punta Cana?

January and March, with an average high-temperature of 27.1°C (80.8°F), are the coldest months in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.

What is the temperature in March in Punta Cana?

In March, the average high-temperature is 27.1°C (80.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 23.4°C (74.1°F). in March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the least humid month in Punta Cana?

The least humid month in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, is March, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in March in Punta Cana?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Punta Cana?

In March, in Punta Cana, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout March, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

When is the sea coldest in Punta Cana?

February and March, with an average sea temperature of 26°C (78.8°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.

What is the water temperature in March in Punta Cana?

In Punta Cana, in March, the average water temperature is 26°C (78.8°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

How many hours of daylight does Punta Cana have in March?

In March, the average day length in Punta Cana is 12h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Punta Cana?

On the first day of March in Punta Cana, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:47 AST.

How long on average sun shines in March in Punta Cana?

In Punta Cana, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Punta Cana?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Punta Cana.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Punta Cana?

The months with the lowest UV index in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Punta Cana?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Punta Cana is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in March
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Average temperature in March - Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
  • Average high temperature in March: 27.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (30°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and March (27.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (26.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (23.4°C).

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Average pressure in March
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Average pressure in March - Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
  • Average pressure in March: 1016mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Average wind speed in March - Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
  • Average wind speed in March: 15.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (12.1km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Average humidity in March - Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, August and November (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Average rainfall in March - Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
  • Average rainfall in March: 42mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (123mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (31mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Average rainfall days in March - Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
  • Average rainfall days in March: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.9 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Average sea temperature in March - Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
  • Average sea temperature in March: 26°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August, September and October (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (26°C).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 14min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 2min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Average sunshine days in March - Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (9.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (1.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Average UV index in March - Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
  • Average UV index in March: 7

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Average cloud cover in March - Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
  • Average cloud cover in March: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

Average visibility in March - Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
  • 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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