March weather forecastPonta Do Sol, Portugal

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Ponta Do Sol, is still a mild month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 15°C (59°F) and an average low of 10°C (50°F).

Temperature

January through March are characterised by lowest temperatures, with an average high of 15°C (59°F).

Rainfall

In Ponta Do Sol, during March, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 75mm (2.95") of precipitation. In Ponta Do Sol, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101 days and collects up to 736mm (28.98") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

March is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 17.8°C (64°F).
Note: A surface water temperature of 17.8°C (64°F) does not provide an enjoyable swimming experience for most. Breathing control becomes more challenging as the water temperature drops below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:35 and sunset at 19:05. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 19:27 WET.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Ponta Do Sol is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during March translates into the following directions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Updated: Feb 2, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Ponta Do Sol, Portugal, the coldest period comes during January through March, when the average high-temperature touches 15°C (59°F).

An average high-temperature, in March, in Ponta Do Sol, is 15°C (59°F) and the average low-temperature is 10°C (50°F).

In Ponta Do Sol, in March, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 75mm (2.95") of accumulated precipitation.

March is the month with the coldest seawater in Ponta Do Sol, Portugal, with an average sea temperature of 17.8°C (64°F).

In Ponta Do Sol, in March, the average water temperature is 17.8°C (64°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 17.8°C (64°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

In Ponta Do Sol, the average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:35 and sunset at 19:05. On the last day of the month, in Ponta Do Sol, Portugal, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 19:27 WET.

The average sunshine duration in March in Ponta Do Sol is 6h.

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

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Average temperature in March
Ponta Do Sol, Portugal

Average high temperature in March: 15°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February and March (15°C).

Average low temperature in March: 10°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (16°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (9°C).

Average rainfall in March
Ponta Do Sol, Portugal

Average rainfall in March: 75mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (112mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (9mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Ponta Do Sol, Portugal

Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, November and December (12 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (3 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Ponta Do Sol, Portugal

Average sea temperature in March: 17.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (23.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (17.8°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ponta Do Sol, Portugal

Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

Average sunshine in March: 6h

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, November and December (Average sunshine: 5h).

Average UV index in March
Ponta Do Sol, Portugal

Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).