March weather forecast
Matosinhos, Portugal

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Weather in March

The weather in Matosinhos, Portugal, in March exhibits a slight warming trend, with temperatures ranging from 9.3°C (48.7°F) to 15.1°C (59.2°F). It's a welcome transition from the colder months, rendering mild weather conditions suitable for exploring the city. The reduction in the percentage of cloud cover indicates clearer skies, improving visibility around the city. This subtle rise in temperatures while maintaining reasonable humidity levels signifies the onset of spring. It's the ideal time to explore the outdoors and enjoy the vibrant weather.

Temperature

Transitioning into March, Matosinhos experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderate 15.1°C (59.2°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 9.3°C (48.7°F) in March.

Humidity

In Matosinhos, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout March, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is accumulated. In Matosinhos, Portugal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.1 days and collects up to 682mm (26.85") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

February and March, with an average sea temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Matosinhos, Portugal.
Note: Swimming in 13.8°C (56.8°F) poses a severe threat. Even short exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) is chilling, and going below 10°C (50°F) can cause breathing irregularities and intense cold shock, based on one's stamina.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Matosinhos, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:59 WET.

Sunshine

In Matosinhos, the average sunshine in March is 7.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in March leads to these guidelines:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Matosinhos?

In Matosinhos, 15.1°C (59.2°F) is the average high-temperature and 9.3°C (48.7°F) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Matosinhos?

In Matosinhos, Portugal, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Matosinhos?

In March, in Matosinhos, Portugal, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout March, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is accumulated.

When is the sea coldest in Matosinhos?

The months with the coldest seawater in Matosinhos are February and March, with an average sea temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F).

What is the water temperature in March in Matosinhos?

In Matosinhos, in March, the average water temperature is 13.8°C (56.8°F). Swimming in 13.8°C (56.8°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Matosinhos have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Matosinhos?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:59 WET.

How many hours of sunshine does Matosinhos have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Matosinhos is 7.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Matosinhos?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Matosinhos is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in March
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average temperature in March - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in March: 15.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 9.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (8.1°C).

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Average pressure in March
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average pressure in March - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average pressure in March: 1017.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average wind speed in March - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in March: 13.8km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and November (14.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (10.7km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average humidity in March - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average rainfall in March - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in March: 64mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (108mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (10mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average rainfall days in March - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.6 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average sea temperature in March - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average sea temperature in March: 13.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (18.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (13.8°C).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Matosinhos, Portugal

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average sunshine days in March - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average UV index in March - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average cloud cover in March - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in March: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in March
Matosinhos, Portugal

Average visibility in March - Matosinhos, Portugal
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, May, June, September, October and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April, July, August and November (9km).

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