March weather forecast
Western Sahara

March signals the onset of spring in Western Sahara and is marked by a gradual increase in temperature. Daytime temperatures typically lie between 27°C (80.6°F) to 29°C (84.2°F), which are noticeably warmer than those in February. However, the nights remain moderately cool, with temperatures generally dropping to between 15°C (59°F) to 17°C (62.6°F), providing a comfortable balance to the increasing daytime heat.

As it is throughout the year, March in Western Sahara is extremely dry, with the region recording less than 10mm (0.39") of average rainfall. The desert's aridity is maintained, and the clear, sunny skies provide plenty of sunlight during the day.

In the coastal city of Dakhla, March temperatures are slightly moderated due to the Atlantic Ocean's influence. Average high temperatures are around 27°C (80.6°F), while average low temperatures are about 16°C (60.8°F). The slight humidity brought about by the ocean can often result in morning fog, giving a short-lived respite from the desert's aridity.

In comparison to April, the subsequent month, March's weather is cooler. April sees a further rise in temperatures, with average daytime temperatures ranging between 29°C (84.2°F) to 31°C (87.8°F). February, the preceding month, experiences significantly cooler daytime temperatures, ranging from 24°C (75.2°F) to 26°C (78.8°F).

March also sees a notable increase in wind speed, ranging between 22 to 28km/h (17.4mph). This uptick in wind velocity may give rise to occasional dust storms, particularly in regions with loose, sandy soil. The increasing temperatures and wind speeds are indicative of the transition from winter to the warmer spring season.

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• Samara - March »
  On the first day of March in Samara sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 19:48 +01. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Samara?
• El-Aaiún - March »
  March 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time starts in El-Aaiún and the time zone changes from +01 to +00. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in El-Aaiún?
• Tichla - March »
  March 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time starts in Tichla, Western Sahara, and the time zone changes from +01 to +00. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Tichla?
• Peninsula de Rio de Oro - March »
  March 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time starts in Peninsula de Rio de Oro and the time zone changes from +01 to +00. The months with the coldest seawater in Peninsula de Rio de Oro are February and March, with an average sea temperature of 18°C (64.4°F).
• Guelta Zemmur - March »
  March 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time starts in Guelta Zemmur and the time zone changes from +01 to +00. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Guelta Zemmur?
• Bu Craa - March »
  On the first day of March in Bu Craa sunrise is at 08:13 and sunset at 19:52 +01. In Bu Craa, Western Sahara, during March, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.
• Oum Dreyga - March »
  When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Oum Dreyga? In Oum Dreyga, Western Sahara, in March, during 1.3 rainfall days, 2mm (0.08") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Metmárfag - March »
  When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Metmárfag? On the last day of March, in Metmárfag, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:10 +00.
• Laayoune Plage - March »
  When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Laayoune Plage? On the first day of March in Laayoune Plage, sunrise is at 08:16 and sunset at 19:54 +01.