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Visiting Orient Bay, St Maarten, St Martin in March

March is one of the best months to visit Orient Bay for the best beach weather. It has the most sunshine and best sunbathing and swimming conditions of the year.

The weather in March is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into April. March has average maximum temperatures of 28°C (83°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 68% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.2hrs making the days long and bright.

March has total rainfall of 3.5cm (1.4inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 12.6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a very warm 26°C (79°F). March is an excellent month for swimming in Orient Bay with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day. The sea temperature in March is slightly cooler than the previous month.

March brings more sunny days and a slight increase in wind speed, making it a great month for sunbathing and swimming. Snorkeling and diving conditions remain good, while windsurfing and kitesurfing become more popular due to the increased winds. Also consider visiting Orient Bay in one of the other best months of January, February, April, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.

Can you sunbathe in Orient Bay in March?

Yes, March is a good time for sunbathing in Orient Bay.

March has average maximum temperatures of 28°C (83°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 68% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.2hrs making the days long and bright. March has total rainfall of 3.5cm (1.4inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 12.6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

More about March temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Orient Bay in March?

Yes, March is an excellent month for swimming in Orient Bay with very warm sea temperatures 26°C (79°F).

More about March sea temperatures.

Is March a good time to holiday in Orient Bay?

Yes, March is a good time for a holiday in Orient Bay.

March has average maximum temperatures of 28°C (83°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 68% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.2hrs making the days long and bright. March has total rainfall of 3.5cm (1.4inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 12.6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. Sea temperatures are a very warm 26°C (79°F). March is an excellent month for swimming in Orient Bay with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

More about the March temperatures and sunshine.

Is Orient Bay warm in March?

Yes, Orient Bay is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days in March.

The average maximum temperature in Orient Bay in March is 28°C (83°F). The average maximum temperature is 28°C (82°) in the previous month and 29°C (84°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Orient Bay in March is 26°C (79°F). The average temperature is 26°C (78°F) in the previous month and 27°C (80°F) in the next month.

More info about the March temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Orient Bay in March?

The average day light hours per day in Orient Bay in March are 12. The sunshine percentage is 68% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.2hrs making the days long and bright.

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Crowds in Orient Bay in March

March sees a slight decrease in crowds compared to February, but the beach can still be quite busy as the high season continues. There are no major public holidays in St. Maarten/St. Martin this month, but some schools have spring break, which can bring families to the beach. Overall, the beach remains relatively crowded.

Temperature in Orient Bay in March

The weather in March is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into April. The average maximum temperature in Orient Bay in March is 28°C (83°F). The average maximum temperature is 28°C (82°F) in the previous month and 29°C (84°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Orient Bay in March is 26°C (79°F). The average temperature is 26°C (78°F) in the previous month and 27°C (80°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Orient Bay in March is 24°C (74°F). The minimum temperature is 23°C (74°F) in the previous month and 24°C (76°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Orient Bay in March

The days in March are marginally longer than the previous month and the days continue to get slightly longer into April. March has slightly more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise slightly into April. During March the average day light hours are 12 per day in Orient Bay. The sunshine percentage is 68% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.2hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Orient Bay 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.

Sea Temperature in Orient Bay in March

The average sea water temperature in Orient Bay in March is 26.1°C (79.0°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. The sea temperature in March is slightly cooler than the previous month.

Rainfall in Orient Bay in March

March weather is slightly drier than the previous month. March has fewer days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into April. The average total rainfall in Orient Bay in March is 3.5cm (1.4inches) and on average there are 12.6 rainy days in March making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Orient Bay in March

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Orient Bay in March is 21°C (70°F) which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 21°C (70°F) in the previous month and 22°C (22°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Orient Bay in March is typically 79.7%. The maximum relative humidity is 81.1% in the previous month and 79.9% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Orient Bay in March is typically 69.9%. The average relative humidity is 71.7% in the previous month and 70.4% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Orient Bay in March

The average maximum wind speed in Orient Bay in March is typically 25KM/H (15MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 25KM/H (16MPH) in the previous month and 26KM/H (16MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Orient Bay in March is typically 16KM/H (10MPH). The average wind speed is 17KM/H (10MPH) in the previous month and 15KM/H (10MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Orient Bay in March is from the East.

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