March weather forecast
San Juan, PR

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An old fort building and a view of the stunning San Juan city, Puerto Rico
An old fort building and a view of the stunning San Juan city, Puerto Rico

Weather in March

March in San Juan welcomes the onset of spring with a rise in temperatures. Noticeably, the month endures the highest amount of rainfall days at 12.8, registering a total of 0.87" (22mm) of rainfall. The sea temperature marginally rises to 79.1°F (26.2°C) in line with an increase in sunshine hours to 8.6 per day. Winds remain subtly tranquil albeit slightly more humid. These conditions make for a pleasant weather transition into the warmer months.

Temperature

San Juan's temperatures tend to hit their minimum during January and March, with an average high-temperature of 79.9°F (26.6°C).

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In San Juan, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. In San Juan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.9 days and collects up to 12.01" (305mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

February and March, with an average ocean temperature of 79°F (26.1°C), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: Water activities including swimming and diving are pleasurable in temperatures between 77°F (25°C) and 84.2°F (29°C), ensuring comfort and enjoyment for extended time frames.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of March, in San Juan, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 6:38 pm AST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Heads up! UV intensity is amplified by reflections from water and sand.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January and March, with an average high-temperature of 79.9°F (26.6°C), are the coldest months in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

What are March temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in San Juan during March are 79.9°F (26.6°C) and 73.9°F (23.3°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In San Juan, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When is the ocean coldest?

February and March, with an average ocean temperature of 79°F (26.1°C), are months with the coldest seawater.

What is the ocean temperature in March?

In San Juan, the average seawater temperature in March is 79°F (26.1°C). Water temperature between 77°F (25°C) and 84.2°F (29°C) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 6:38 pm AST.

How many hours of sunshine does San Juan have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in San Juan is 8.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in March
San Juan, PR

Average temperature in March - San Juan, PR
  • Average high temperature in March: 79.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (85.1°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and March (79.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 73.9°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are August, September and October (79.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (73.9°F).

Average pressure in March
San Juan, PR

Average pressure in March - San Juan, PR
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

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

Average wind speed in March
San Juan, PR

Average wind speed in March - San Juan, PR
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (7.4mph).

Average humidity in March
San Juan, PR

Average humidity in March - San Juan, PR
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (76%).

Average rainfall in March
San Juan, PR

Average rainfall in March - San Juan, PR
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
San Juan, PR

Average rainfall days in March - San Juan, PR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (10.3 days).

Average sea temperature in March
San Juan, PR

Average sea temperature in March - San Juan, PR
  • Average sea temperature in March: 79.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (84.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (78.9°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
San Juan, PR

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - San Juan, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
San Juan, PR

Average sunshine days in March - San Juan, PR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (9.4 days).

Average UV index in March
San Juan, PR

Average UV index in March - San Juan, PR
  • Average UV index in March: 6

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

Average cloud cover in March
San Juan, PR

Average cloud cover in March - San Juan, PR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
San Juan, PR

Average visibility in March - San Juan, 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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