March weather forecast
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Weather in March

March in Panama is characterized by a continuation of the warm and dry conditions that define the country's dry season. It marks the transition period from the dry season to the start of the rainy season, although the rain does not typically increase significantly until later in the year. March sees average temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 31°C (87.8°F), with minimal rainfall of about 30mm (1.18") on average.

Panama City, reflecting the national weather patterns, also experiences warm temperatures during March. Daytime highs in the city frequently reach around 31°C (87.8°F) to 32°C (89.6°F), providing warm, sunny days ideal for exploring the city and its surrounding attractions.

In contrast, the highland regions like Boquete and El Valle de Anton, experience cooler and more temperate conditions. The temperature in these regions usually varies from 20°C (68°F) to 26°C (78.8°F), offering a pleasant alternative to the hotter climates in the lowlands and coastal areas.

When compared to February, March shows a slight increase in both temperature and precipitation levels, although it still remains a predominantly dry month. However, towards the end of the month, there may be an increased frequency of afternoon showers, signaling the gradual onset of the rainy season.

March does not generally feature any extreme weather conditions. Nonetheless, it is one of the warmest months of the year, offering plenty of sunshine for outdoor pursuits and beach activities. Furthermore, the absence of heavy rainfall and consistently warm temperatures make it an attractive month for tourists seeking to explore Panama's rich biodiversity, cultural heritage, and scenic beaches.

  • Panama City - March »
    In Panama City, during March, the rain falls for 1.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of precipitation. Panama City records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 34.8°C (94.6°F) as March arrives, nearly mirroring the previous month's climate.
  • San Miguelito - March »
    In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:28. In San Miguelito in March, the average water temperature is 27.3°C (81.1°F).
  • Tocumen - March »
    The least humid month in Tocumen is March, with an average relative humidity of 78%. As Tocumen welcomes March, the average high-temperature records at a still hot 30.4°C (86.7°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month.
  • David - March »
    March is the least humid month in David, Panama, with an average relative humidity of 62.4%. The warmest period in David is usually observed in March and April, with the average high-temperature peaking at 36.3°C (97.3°F).
  • Arraiján - March »
    With an average relative humidity of 77%, March is the least humid month in Arraiján, Panama. March is the least humid month in Arraiján with an average relative humidity of 77%.
  • Colon - March »
    January through March, July, August, November and December mark Colon's lowest temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 29°C (84.2°F). The months of January through March, July, August, November and December see the lowest levels of Colon's temperatures, averaging a high of 29°C (84.2°F).
  • Las Cumbres - March »
    March brings about a subtle but noticeable change to the weather of Las Cumbres, Panama with higher temperature at around 30.8°C (87.4°F) during the day. The least humid month in Las Cumbres is March, with an average relative humidity of 77%.
  • Chilibre - March »
    March is the least humid month in Chilibre, with an average relative humidity of 77%. Chilibre's warmest months, March and April, record an average high-temperature of 30.8°C (87.4°F).
  • Chitre - March »
    With an average relative humidity of 72%, March is the least humid month in Chitre. On the first day of March in Chitre, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:33.
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