March is a hot and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Cancun. March is an excellent month for swimming in Cancun with very warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Cancun in the months of March, April, May, August, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.
The average maximum temperature in Cancun in March is 28°. The average maximum temperature is 28° in the previous month and 30° in the next month.
The average temperature in Cancun in March is 24°. The average temperature ranges is 24° in the previous month and 26° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Cancun in March is 21°. The minimum temperature is 20° in the previous month and 22° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Cancun in March are 12 and there are 6.4 hours of sunshine per day on average during March making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Cancun in March is typically 11.9 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 Cancun in March is 25.9° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.
The average total rainfall in Cancun in March is 26.1cm and on average there are 3.9 rainy days in March making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Cancun 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 Cancun in March is typically 91.3%. The maximum relative humidity is 92.7% in the previous month and 91.3% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Cancun in March is typically 76.3%. The average relative humidity is 78.7% in the previous month and 75.9% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Cancun in March is typically 29kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 26kmh in the previous month and 28kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Cancun in March is typically 15kmh. The average wind speed is 12kmh in the previous month and 14kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Cancun in March is from the East.
