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Visiting Playa Grande, Tamarindo Bay, Costa Rica in March

March is one of the best months to visit Playa Grande 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 34°C (94°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 76% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.2hrs making the days long and bright.

March has total rainfall of 0.9cm (0.4inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

Sea temperatures are a very warm 29°C (84°F). March is an excellent month for swimming in Playa Grande with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day. The sea temperature in March is slightly warmer than the previous month.

March offers more sunny days and clear skies, as the dry season continues. Beach activities like swimming, sunbathing, and snorkeling are highly recommended. The consistent waves and warm water make surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing popular activities during this month as well. Also consider visiting Playa Grande in one of the other best months of January, February, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.

Can you sunbathe in Playa Grande in March?

Yes, March is a great time for sunbathing in Playa Grande.

March has average maximum temperatures of 34°C (94°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 76% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.2hrs making the days long and bright. March has total rainfall of 0.9cm (0.4inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

More about March temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Playa Grande in March?

Yes, March is an excellent month for swimming in Playa Grande with very warm sea temperatures 29°C (84°F).

More about March sea temperatures.

Is March a good time to holiday in Playa Grande?

Yes, March is a great time for a holiday in Playa Grande.

March has average maximum temperatures of 34°C (94°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 76% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.2hrs making the days long and bright. March has total rainfall of 0.9cm (0.4inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between. Sea temperatures are a very warm 29°C (84°F). March is an excellent month for swimming in Playa Grande with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

More about the March temperatures and sunshine.

Is Playa Grande warm in March?

Yes, Playa Grande is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days in March.

The average maximum temperature in Playa Grande in March is 34°C (94°F). The average maximum temperature is 34°C (92°) in the previous month and 35°C (95°F) in the next month.

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

More info about the March temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Playa Grande in March?

The average day light hours per day in Playa Grande in March are 12.1. The sunshine percentage is 76% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.2hrs making the days long and bright.

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Crowds in Playa Grande in March

March is one of the most crowded months at Playa Grande, as it coincides with the Spring Break season for many North American visitors. The beach can get extremely busy, especially during the Semana Santa (Holy Week) when locals also take their vacations. This is a peak time for tourism in the area, so expect large crowds and higher prices for accommodations and services.

Temperature in Playa Grande 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 Playa Grande in March is 34°C (94°F). The average maximum temperature is 34°C (92°F) in the previous month and 35°C (95°F) in the next month.

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

The average minimum temperature in Playa Grande in March is 23°C (73°F). The minimum temperature is 23°C (73°F) in the previous month and 24°C (74°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Playa Grande in March

The days in March are marginally longer than the previous month and the days continue to get marginally longer into April. March has fewer hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop into April. During March the average day light hours are 12.1 per day in Playa Grande. The sunshine percentage is 76% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.2hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Playa Grande in March is typically 14.7 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 Playa Grande in March

The average sea water temperature in Playa Grande in March is 29°C (84.2°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. The sea temperature in March is slightly warmer than the previous month.

Rainfall in Playa Grande in March

March weather is marginally wetter than the previous month and rainfall continues to rise slightly into April. March has fewer days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Playa Grande in March is 0.9cm (0.4inches) and on average there are 0.1 rainy days in March making it an extremely dry time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Playa Grande in March

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Playa Grande in March is 19°C (67°F) which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 19°C (66°F) in the previous month and 21°C (21°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Playa Grande in March is typically 73.2%. The maximum relative humidity is 74.7% in the previous month and 77.8% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Playa Grande in March is typically 46.7%. The average relative humidity is 48.9% in the previous month and 49.8% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Playa Grande in March

The average maximum wind speed in Playa Grande in March is typically 34KM/H (21MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 35KM/H (21MPH) in the previous month and 29KM/H (18MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Playa Grande in March is typically 19KM/H (12MPH). The average wind speed is 20KM/H (12MPH) in the previous month and 14KM/H (9MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Playa Grande in March is from the East-Northeast.

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