March weather forecast
Cidade Velha, Cape Verde

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Weather in March

The temperatures in March remain consistently close to those of February, characterising climate consistency in Cidade Velha. Rainfall figures remain low, favouring tourists who prefer dry weather. However, humidity levels reveal a slight increase, indicating a more humid atmosphere. Despite the climb in humidity, the winds maintain their speed, offering a pleasant climate. With enough daylight hours, exploring the city is a delight.

Temperature

February and March are known as Cidade Velha's coldest months, with an average high-temperature of 23.7°C (74.7°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

January, March and May are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.

Sea temperature

March is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 23.6°C (74.5°F).
Note: A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 23.6°C (74.5°F) water. (FYI: The Olympic swimming competition requires a water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Cidade Velha is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:46 -01.

Sunshine

In Cidade Velha, the average sunshine in March 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Heed this! UV intensity is much stronger when reflected off sand and water.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

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

What is the average March temperature?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

What is the driest month?

January, March and May are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.

How much does it rain in March?

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

When is the sea coldest?

The month with the coldest seawater is March, with an average sea temperature of 23.6°C (74.5°F).

How warm is the water in March?

In March, the average sea temperature is 23.6°C (74.5°F). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 23.6°C (74.5°F) water may be enjoyable.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:46 -01.

How long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 9.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Cidade Velha, Cape Verde, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in March
Cidade Velha, Cape Verde

Average temperature in March - Cidade Velha, 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
Cidade Velha, Cape Verde

Average pressure in March - Cidade Velha, 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
Cidade Velha, Cape Verde

Average wind speed in March - Cidade Velha, 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
Cidade Velha, Cape Verde

Average humidity in March - Cidade Velha, 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
Cidade Velha, Cape Verde

Average rainfall in March - Cidade Velha, 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
Cidade Velha, Cape Verde

Average rainfall days in March - Cidade Velha, 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
Cidade Velha, Cape Verde

Average sea temperature in March - Cidade Velha, Cape Verde
  • Average sea temperature in March: 23.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is October (27.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (23.6°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cidade Velha, Cape Verde

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cidade Velha, 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 18min).

  • 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
Cidade Velha, Cape Verde

Average sunshine days in March - Cidade Velha, 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
Cidade Velha, Cape Verde

Average UV index in March - Cidade Velha, 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
Cidade Velha, Cape Verde

Average cloud cover in March - Cidade Velha, 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
Cidade Velha, Cape Verde

Average visibility in March - Cidade Velha, 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).

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