March weather forecast
George Town, The Bahamas

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Weather in March

Transitions in the weather become discernible as George Town welcomes March. With an increase in the UV index to 10 and temperatures climbing up to 27°C (80.6°F), Nature enters a rejuvenation phase. Unhindered by heavy rainfall, March records rainfall at 22mm (0.87"), the lowest in the first quarter. Accompanying these changes, the amount of sunlight increases, reflecting in longer daylight hours. April approaches carrying the promise of warmer days and higher rainfall rates.

Temperature

With March's arrival, George Town's weather records an average high-temperature of a still warm 27°C (80.6°F), marking little difference from February's 25°C (77°F). During the month of March, an average temperature of 20°C (68°F) is noted during the nights in George Town.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 8 days and typically collects 22mm (0.87") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

January through April, with an average sea temperature of 25°C (77°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: Surface water temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are considered superb and highly pleasant for water activities over extended periods.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:06 EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 19:18 EDT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 02:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in George Town are March through May, July and August, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in George Town is 10. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 10 translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant. Without due care, eyes and skin can be harmed in no time. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Even on overcast days, a sunscreen with a sun protection factor of no less than 30 should be generously applied and reapplied, particularly after swimming or outdoor activities. Be wary! Reflections from sand and water make UV radiation more intense.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in George Town in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in George Town during March are 27°C (80.6°F) and 20°C (68°F) respectively.

What is the driest month in George Town?

March is the month with the least rainfall in George Town, The Bahamas. Rain falls for 8 days and accumulates 22mm (0.87") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in George Town in March?

In March, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout March, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

What are the months with the coldest sea water in George Town?

January through April, with an average sea temperature of 25°C (77°F), are months with the coldest seawater in George Town, The Bahamas.

What is the water temperature in March in George Town?

In March, the average sea temperature in George Town, The Bahamas, is 25°C (77°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.

What is the average length of the day in March in George Town?

The average day length in March is 12h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in George Town?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:06 EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 19:18 EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in George Town?

On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time starts in George Town, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends on Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 02:00.

What are the months with the most sunshine in George Town?

March through May, July and August, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in George Town.

How long on average sun shines in March in George Town?

The average sunshine duration in March in George Town is 8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in George Town?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 10. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
George Town, The Bahamas

Average temperature in March - George Town, The Bahamas
  • Average high temperature in March: 27°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (32°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (25°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 20°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (25°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (19°C).

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Average rainfall in March
George Town, The Bahamas

Average rainfall in March - George Town, The Bahamas
  • Average rainfall in March: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (168mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (22mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
George Town, The Bahamas

Average rainfall days in March - George Town, The Bahamas
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are August, September and October (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (7 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
George Town, The Bahamas

Average sea temperature in March - George Town, The Bahamas
  • Average sea temperature in March: 25°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July, August, September and October (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (25°C).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
George Town, The Bahamas

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - George Town, The Bahamas
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h

The months with the most sunshine are March, April, May, July and August (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, June, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 7h).

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Average UV index in March
George Town, The Bahamas

Average UV index in March - George Town, The Bahamas
  • Average UV index in March: 10

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).

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