Fortaleza weather in March (Ceará, Brazil)

What can you expect from the weather in Fortaleza during March? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In March, Fortaleza typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 30°C, while night temperatures can drop to 25°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Fortaleza in March usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 205 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 30 days of rain are anticipated.

The area enjoys a balanced 151 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Fortaleza. August, September, October and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, March and April tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Fortaleza climate page with graphs.

 

Fortaleza, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 100%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 205 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 30 days  
HumidityHumidity 84%  
SunshineSunshine 151 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Brazil in March

Find out more about the weather in Brazil in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Fortaleza in March?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in March.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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