March is a hot and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Puerto Rico. March is an excellent month for swimming in Puerto Rico with very warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Puerto Rico in the months of February, March, June, October, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.
The average maximum temperature in Puerto Rico in March is 29°. The average maximum temperature is 29° in the previous month and 29° in the next month.
The average temperature in Puerto Rico in March is 26°. The average temperature ranges is 25° in the previous month and 26° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Puerto Rico in March is 22°. The minimum temperature is 22° in the previous month and 23° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Puerto Rico in March are 12 and there are 5 hours of sunshine per day on average during March making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Puerto Rico in March is typically 12.5 during March. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Puerto Rico in March is 26.3° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in Puerto Rico in March is 10.1cm and on average there are 11.9 rainy days in March making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Puerto Rico in March is 22° which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan. The dew point is 22° in the previous month and 23° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Puerto Rico in March is typically 87.5%. The maximum relative humidity is 87.8% in the previous month and 88.4% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Puerto Rico in March is typically 73.5%. The average relative humidity is 73.5% in the previous month and 74.7% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Puerto Rico in March is typically 24kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 24kmh in the previous month and 24kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Puerto Rico in March is typically 12kmh. The average wind speed is 12kmh in the previous month and 12kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Puerto Rico in March is from the East.
