March weather forecast
Punta Santiago, PR

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Weather in March

As Punta Santiago transitions into March, a slight uptick in rainfall becomes evident. The weather patterns remain fairly static, with no significant increases or decreases in most parameters. However, daylight hours begin to extend and there's an increase in the amount of sunshine hours. The month continues with a uv-index rating of 6 but posts an atmospheric pressure marginally lower than February at 30" (762mm). The weather condition during March displays a low temperature of 73.6°F (23.1°C) associated with an average rainfall measure of 2.01" (51mm) spread over 20.2 days.

Temperature

The advent of March reveals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C), showing minimal difference from the prior month. Punta Santiago upholds a consistent average temperature of 73.6°F (23.1°C) throughout the nights of March.

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In March, in Punta Santiago, the rain falls for 20.2 days. Throughout March, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 268.8 rainfall days, and 38.58" (980mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In March, the average ocean temperature is 79°F (26.1°C).
Note: Surface water temperatures ranging from 77°F (25°C) to 84.2°F (29°C) are seen as ideal and highly pleasant for extended enjoyment in all water activities.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 6:36 pm AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.5h.

UV index

January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Punta Santiago. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in March interprets into the following advice:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. 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. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be attentive! The UV exposure is heightened with reflections from sand and water.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Punta Santiago in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Punta Santiago, is 79.7°F (26.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 73.6°F (23.1°C).

What is the least humid month in Punta Santiago?

The months with the lowest humidity in Punta Santiago are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in March in Punta Santiago?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Punta Santiago?

In Punta Santiago, during March, the rain falls for 20.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How warm is the water in March in Punta Santiago?

In Punta Santiago, the average seawater temperature in March is 79°F (26.1°C). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 77°F (25°C) and 84.2°F (29°C) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

What is the average length of the day in March in Punta Santiago?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Punta Santiago?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Punta Santiago, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 6:36 pm AST.

How long on average sun shines in March in Punta Santiago?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Punta Santiago, Puerto Rico, is 8.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Punta Santiago?

January through March, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Punta Santiago.

What is the UV index reading in March in Punta Santiago?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Punta Santiago, Puerto Rico, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Punta Santiago, PR

Average temperature in March - Punta Santiago, PR
  • Average high temperature in March: 79.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (79.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 73.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (78.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (73.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Punta Santiago, PR

Average pressure in March - Punta Santiago, PR
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.02"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Punta Santiago, PR

Average wind speed in March - Punta Santiago, PR
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Punta Santiago, PR

Average humidity in March - Punta Santiago, PR
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, July, August and November (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Punta Santiago, PR

Average rainfall in March - Punta Santiago, PR
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in March
Punta Santiago, PR

Average rainfall days in March - Punta Santiago, PR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 20.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (26.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (17.1 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Punta Santiago, PR

Average sea temperature in March - Punta Santiago, PR
  • Average sea temperature in March: 79°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (85°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (78.7°F).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Punta Santiago, PR

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Punta Santiago, PR
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Punta Santiago, PR

Average sunshine days in March - Punta Santiago, PR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (6.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Punta Santiago, PR

Average UV index in March - Punta Santiago, PR
  • Average UV index in March: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Punta Santiago, PR

Average cloud cover in March - Punta Santiago, PR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are May and July (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and September (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in March
Punta Santiago, PR

Average visibility in March - Punta Santiago, PR
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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