Paramaribo weather in March (Suriname)

Looking to travel to Paramaribo in March? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In March, Paramaribo generally has very high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 32°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 23°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Paramaribo in March usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 106 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 15 days.

The city usually sees around 213 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, March is a prime time to visit Paramaribo. January, February, March, August, September, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While May and June tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Paramaribo, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Water Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 106 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 68%  

Windspeed 4 km/h  

Sunshine 213 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 57%  

Where to go in Suriname in March

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Paramaribo 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 27°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

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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