March weather forecast
Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago

March in Tobago notes an increase in high and low temperatures, 30°C (86°F) and 22°C (71.6°F) respectively, compared to the February weather. March month receives marginally less rainfall than February, with a total accumulation of 49mm (1.93"). As temperatures climb, the sea remains a consistent warm retreat. Transitioning from February to March, the primary notable change is the gradual rise in temperature. With lesser precipitation, hospitality businesses in Tobago find March particularly favorable.

Temperature

At the onset of March, Tobago records an average high-temperature of a tropical 30°C (86°F), showing little deviation from the preceding month. March nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a pleasant 22°C (71.6°F).

Rainfall

March is the month with the least rainfall in Tobago. Rain falls for 10 days and accumulates 49mm (1.93") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

January through April, with an average sea temperature of 27°C (80.6°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Tobago.
Note: Swimming, diving, and other activities in water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are thought to be quite enjoyable and satisfying for extended periods, with no discomfort.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:13 AST.

Sunshine

January through May, July and August, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Tobago.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago, are February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 12 in March translates into these instructions:
Take every vital safeguard, as unprotected skin and eyes may suffer burns rapidly. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. After a swim or outdoor exercise, one should liberally reapply broad-spectrum sunscreen with a sun protection factor of 30 or higher. Be cautious! Sand and water surfaces make the Sun's UV rays more potent.