March weather forecast
Albufeira, Portugal

March

Weather in March

March witnesses further enhancements in Albufeira’s weather with the spring season kicking in. The temperature starts to rise and the days become longer, a departure from February's semi-winter weather. The average number of rainy days surges to 10 days, resulting in an increased 15mm (0.59") rainfall. The waters remain cool, rendering beach activities less attractive. Overall, the weather in March is a blend of pleasant temperatures and slightly increased precipitation.

Temperature

The advent of March in Albufeira brings an average high-temperature of a comfortable 16.8°C (62.2°F), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. Throughout March, Albufeira observes a steady low-temperature average of 11.8°C (53.2°F), reflecting a minor dip from daytime highs.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, March, April and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Albufeira, Portugal, in March, during 10 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Albufeira, Portugal, there are 70.8 rainfall days, and 113mm (4.45") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 16°C (60.8°F), March is the month with the coldest seawater in Albufeira.
Note: Swimming is not a pleasurable activity for the majority in water at 16°C (60.8°F). Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Albufeira, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:54 WET.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Albufeira?
During March, Albufeira experiences an average high-temperature of 16.8°C (62.2°F) and a low-temperature of 11.8°C (53.2°F).
What is the most humid month in Albufeira?
The months with the highest humidity are January, March, April and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.
What is the average humidity in March in Albufeira?
In Albufeira, Portugal, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.
How much does it rain in Albufeira in March?
In Albufeira, Portugal, in March, during 10 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What month is the sea coldest in Albufeira?
March is the month with the coldest seawater in Albufeira, Portugal, with an average sea temperature of 16°C (60.8°F).
What is the sea temperature in March in Albufeira?
In Albufeira, in March, the average water temperature is 16°C (60.8°F). For most, swimming in 16°C (60.8°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
How many hours of daylight does Albufeira have in March?
The average day length in March in Albufeira, Portugal, is 11h and 59min.
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Albufeira?
On the first day of March in Albufeira, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:54 WET.
How long on average sun shines in March in Albufeira?
In March, the average sunshine duration in Albufeira, Portugal, is 8.4h.
When is the lowest UV index in Albufeira?
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Albufeira, Portugal.
How high is the UV index in March in Albufeira?
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Albufeira, Portugal
Average temperature in March
Albufeira, Portugal
  • Average high temperature in March: 16.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 11.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (19.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (10.6°C).

Average pressure in March - Albufeira, Portugal
Average pressure in March
Albufeira, Portugal
  • Average pressure in March: 1017.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.5mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Albufeira, Portugal
Average wind speed in March
Albufeira, Portugal
  • Average wind speed in March: 18.2km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (18.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (12.6km/h).

Average humidity in March - Albufeira, Portugal
Average humidity in March
Albufeira, Portugal
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, March, April and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (64%).

Average rainfall in March - Albufeira, Portugal
Average rainfall in March
Albufeira, Portugal
  • Average rainfall in March: 15mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (22mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Albufeira, Portugal
Average rainfall days in March
Albufeira, Portugal
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and November (10 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.6 days).

Average sea temperature in March - Albufeira, Portugal
Average sea temperature in March
Albufeira, Portugal
  • Average sea temperature in March: 16°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (21.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (16°C).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Albufeira, Portugal
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Albufeira, Portugal
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March - Albufeira, Portugal
Average sunshine days in March
Albufeira, Portugal
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (17.8 days).

Average UV index in March - Albufeira, Portugal
Average UV index in March
Albufeira, Portugal
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March - Albufeira, Portugal
Average cloud cover in March
Albufeira, Portugal
  • Average cloud cover in March: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in March - Albufeira, Portugal
Average visibility in March
Albufeira, Portugal
  • 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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