March weather forecast
San Juan, Costa Rica

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Weather in March

Moving from February to March, the average rainfall indicates a slight uptick, going up to 28mm (1.1") in San Juan, Costa Rica. Furthermore, temperatures continue to rise, making March one of the warmer months of the year, with highs reaching 25.8°C (78.4°F). The month also has a slight increase in humidity, signifying a more tropical feel. Despite this, residents and visitors can still enjoy plenty of daylight and sunshine hours. The beautiful weather sets the stage for colorful spring celebrations in the city.

Temperature

Upon the beginning of March, San Juan's high-temperatures register at a still warm 25.8°C (78.4°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. Throughout March, San Juan encounters an average temperature drop to a moderate 14.5°C (58.1°F).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout March, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 287.8 rainfall days, and 2585mm (101.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in San Juan is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of March in San Juan, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:46 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in San Juan is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
Updated: Jan 26, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in San Juan?

The high-temperature in San Juan during March is 25.8°C (78.4°F) and the low-temperature is 14.5°C (58.1°F).

What is the least humid month in San Juan?

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months in San Juan, Costa Rica.

What is the average humidity in March in San Juan?

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in San Juan?

In San Juan, Costa Rica, in March, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 28mm (1.1") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in March in San Juan?

In March, the average day length in San Juan, Costa Rica, is 12h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in San Juan?

On the first day of March in San Juan, Costa Rica, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:46 CST.

How long on average sun shines in March in San Juan?

The average sunshine duration in March in San Juan, Costa Rica, is 8.9h.

When is the highest UV index in San Juan?

The months with the highest UV index in San Juan, Costa Rica, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

When is the lowest UV index in San Juan?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in San Juan, Costa Rica.

What is the UV index intensity in March in San Juan?

In San Juan, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
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Average temperature in March
San Juan, Costa Rica

Average temperature in March - San Juan, Costa Rica
  • Average high temperature in March: 25.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (26°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (22.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 14.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (17°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°C).

Average pressure in March
San Juan, Costa Rica

Average pressure in March - San Juan, Costa Rica
  • Average pressure in March: 1012.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in March
San Juan, Costa Rica

Average wind speed in March - San Juan, Costa Rica
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.3km/h).

Average humidity in March
San Juan, Costa Rica

Average humidity in March - San Juan, Costa Rica
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (75%).

Average rainfall in March
San Juan, Costa Rica

Average rainfall in March - San Juan, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall in March: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (438mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (26mm).

Average rainfall days in March
San Juan, Costa Rica

Average rainfall days in March - San Juan, Costa Rica
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.2 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
San Juan, Costa Rica

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - San Juan, Costa Rica
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
San Juan, Costa Rica

Average sunshine days in March - San Juan, Costa Rica
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.1 days).

Average UV index in March
San Juan, Costa Rica

Average UV index in March - San Juan, Costa Rica
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
San Juan, Costa Rica

Average cloud cover in March - San Juan, Costa Rica
  • Average cloud cover in March: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
San Juan, Costa Rica

Average visibility in March - San Juan, Costa Rica
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August, September, October and November (6km).

San Juan, Costa Rica

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