March weather forecast
Sagres, Portugal

March

Weather in March

As spring arrives in March, Sagres experiences a small increase in temperatures. Sunny days become more commonplace, with relative humidity reaching 75%. Noticed by the average wind speed of 23.8km/h (14.8mph) and gusts of 35.4km/h (22mph), the city is definite about signs of spring. The combination of longer daylight hours with marginally higher temperatures makes March an attractive time to experience outdoor activities in Sagres. With the sea temperature slowly rising, it's an ideal time for early-season surfing.

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Sagres's average high-temperature is noted with the start of March, touching a still mild 15.6°C (60.1°F) from February's 14.9°C (58.8°F). In Sagres, the month of March brings a consistent average low-temperature of 13.9°C (57°F), slightly cooler than its daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout March, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated. In Sagres, Portugal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.2 days and collects up to 310mm (12.2") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

The month with the coldest seawater in Sagres is March, with an average sea temperature of 16°C (60.8°F).
Note: For most individuals, swimming in 16°C (60.8°F) is not a pleasant experience. The difficulty in managing breathing increases as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:57 WET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Sagres is 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sagres in March?
March temperatures in Sagres, Portugal, vary between a high-temperature of 15.6°C (60.1°F) and a low-temperature of 13.9°C (57°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Sagres?
In March, the average relative humidity in Sagres, Portugal, is 75%.
How many days does it rain in March in Sagres?
In March, in Sagres, Portugal, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout March, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the month with the coldest sea water in Sagres?
March is the month with the coldest seawater in Sagres, with an average sea temperature of 16°C (60.8°F).
How cold is the water in March in Sagres?
In Sagres, the average seawater temperature in March is 16°C (60.8°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 16°C (60.8°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).
What is the average length of the day in March in Sagres?
In Sagres, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Sagres?
On the first day of March in Sagres, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:57 WET.
How many hours of sunshine does Sagres have in March?
In Sagres, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.2h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sagres?
The months with the lowest UV index in Sagres, Portugal, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.
How high is the UV index in March in Sagres?
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Sagres, Portugal
Average temperature in March
Sagres, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in March: 15.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (14.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 13.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (13.3°C).

Average pressure in March - Sagres, Portugal
Average pressure in March
Sagres, Portugal
  • Average pressure in March: 1017.8mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1022.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Sagres, Portugal
Average wind speed in March
Sagres, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in March: 23.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (25.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (18.6km/h).

Average humidity in March - Sagres, Portugal
Average humidity in March
Sagres, Portugal
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, November and December (73%).

Average rainfall in March - Sagres, Portugal
Average rainfall in March
Sagres, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in March: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Sagres, Portugal
Average rainfall days in March
Sagres, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.4 days).

Average sea temperature in March - Sagres, Portugal
Average sea temperature in March
Sagres, Portugal
  • Average sea temperature in March: 16°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (16°C).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March - Sagres, Portugal
Average sunshine days in March
Sagres, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (15.6 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March - Sagres, Portugal
Average cloud cover in March
Sagres, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in March: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in March - Sagres, Portugal
Average visibility in March
Sagres, Portugal
  • 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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