March weather forecast
Punta del Este, Uruguay

March

Weather in March

March sees a noticeable dip in temperature, signalling the tail-end of summer in Punta del Este. However, this month still retains a warmth that is reminiscent of Argentina’s summer reprieve. March has an increase in relative humidity of 74%, a noticeable climb from the previous month's figures. Despite these fluctuations, outdoor activities and excursions are largely unaffected. The city continues to invite wide arrays of tourists and locals who seek to relish the moderately warm, beach-friendly climate.

Temperature

The advent of March brings an average high-temperature of a pleasant 22.9°C (73.2°F), almost identical to the preceding month. Punta del Este maintains an average of approximately a refreshing 18.3°C (64.9°F) during March nights, with only a minimal decrease from the daytime temperature.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout March, 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 136.9 rainfall days, and 714mm (28.11") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Punta del Este, the average seawater temperature in March is 22.3°C (72.1°F).
Note: The allure of a swim in 22.3°C (72.1°F) waters can be influenced by your feelings towards the cold, today's sunshine, the wind's touch, and the ambient warmth. To put it in perspective, Olympic standards demand water temperatures of 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).

Daylight

In Punta del Este, Uruguay, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 19:16. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:35 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.3h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. 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. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Note! Reflective surfaces like sand and water heighten the UV radiation levels.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Punta del Este?
In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Punta del Este are 22.9°C (73.2°F) and 18.3°C (64.9°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in March?
In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.
How many days does it rain in March?
In Punta del Este, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the water temperature in March?
In March, the average sea temperature is 22.3°C (72.1°F). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 22.3°C (72.1°F) water may be enjoyable.
What is the average length of the day in March?
In Punta del Este, the average day length in March is 12h and 17min.
When are sunrise and sunset in March?
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 19:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:35 -03.
How long on average sun shines in March?
In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.3h.
When is the highest UV index?
January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in March?
In Punta del Este, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Average high temperature in March: 22.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.7°C).

Average pressure in March
Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Average pressure in March: 1014.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1011.5mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Average wind speed in March: 20km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and September (21.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (19.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Average rainfall in March: 53mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (74mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (44mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, August and September (10.2 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Average sea temperature in March: 22.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (22.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is July (11.8°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Average UV index in March: 6

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

Average cloud cover in March
Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • Average cloud cover in March: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in March
Punta del Este, Uruguay
  • 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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