March weather forecast
Calheta, Cape Verde

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Weather in March

In contrast to February, March introduces fewer rainy days and slightly less rainfall. Slightly stronger winds grace the Cape Verde city of Calheta in this month, adding an invigorating energy. Relative humidity declines, making way for slightly drier conditions compared to the previous month. The people enjoy an increase daylight hours, which caters for longer enjoyable outdoor activities. Eager sun-lovers get a treat from longer sunshine hours, in comparison to the previous month.

Temperature

In Calheta, Cape Verde, February and March are characterised by the lowest temperatures, recording an average high of 23.7°C (74.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January, March and May Rain falls for 2.1 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain.

Sea temperature

The month with the coldest seawater in Calheta is March, with an average sea temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F).
Note: When considering a person's aversion to cold, factors like sunshine, wind, and atmospheric temperature are key. Swimming in 23.3°C (73.9°F) might be delightful. (Remember: The Olympics' swimming events have water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of March, in Calheta, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:45 -01.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Calheta is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Stay alert! Reflective properties of sand and water amplify the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Calheta?

February and March, when the average high-temperature in Calheta reaches 23.7°C (74.7°F), are the coldest months.

What is the average March temperature in Calheta?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Calheta, Cape Verde, are 23.7°C (74.7°F) and 21°C (69.8°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Calheta?

In Calheta, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

What is the driest month in Calheta?

The months with the least rainfall in Calheta, Cape Verde, are January, March and May Rain falls for 2.1 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain.

How much does it rain in Calheta in March?

In Calheta, in March, during 2.1 rainfall days, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the coldest sea water in Calheta?

March is the month with the coldest seawater in Calheta, with an average sea temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

How warm is the water in March in Calheta?

In Calheta, the average seawater temperature in March is 23.3°C (73.9°F). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 23.3°C (73.9°F) water.

What is the average length of the day in March in Calheta?

In Calheta, the average day length in March is 12h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Calheta?

On the first day of March in Calheta, Cape Verde, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:45 -01.

How many hours of sunshine does Calheta have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 9.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Calheta?

January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in March in Calheta?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in March
Calheta, Cape Verde

Average temperature in March - Calheta, Cape Verde
  • Average high temperature in March: 23.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (28.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (23.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (20.9°C).

Average pressure in March
Calheta, Cape Verde

Average pressure in March - Calheta, Cape Verde
  • Average pressure in March: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Calheta, Cape Verde

Average wind speed in March - Calheta, Cape Verde
  • Average wind speed in March: 23.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (25.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (14km/h).

Average humidity in March
Calheta, Cape Verde

Average humidity in March - Calheta, Cape Verde
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Calheta, Cape Verde

Average rainfall in March - Calheta, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall in March: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (50mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and May (1mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Calheta, Cape Verde

Average rainfall days in March - Calheta, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall days in March: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.7 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Calheta, Cape Verde

Average sea temperature in March - Calheta, Cape Verde
  • Average sea temperature in March: 23.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is October (27.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (23.3°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Calheta, Cape Verde

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Calheta, Cape Verde
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Calheta, Cape Verde

Average sunshine days in March - Calheta, Cape Verde
  • Average sunshine days in March: 28.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and May (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Calheta, Cape Verde

Average UV index in March - Calheta, Cape Verde
  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Calheta, Cape Verde

Average cloud cover in March - Calheta, Cape Verde
  • Average cloud cover in March: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in March
Calheta, Cape Verde

Average visibility in March - Calheta, Cape Verde
  • 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).

Calheta, Cape Verde

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