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Sal Weather in March

With daytime temperatures of 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows of 21°C (70°F), March in Sal brings high temperatures during the day. The excellent weather makes it an appealing time to visit.

Rainfall in Sal in March

On average, there are about a single day with rain during this month, averaging 1.2 mm (0.05 in). On the rare occasion it rains this month, it usually amounts to very little.

Temperature in Sal in March

Sal in March is worth a visit. The temperature is excellent, with 23°C (73°F) during the day and 21°C (70°F) at night. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. With overnight lows of 21°C (70°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm. This period usually represents the year's more moderate temperatures, but it's far from being chilly.

Sunshine in Sal in March

The city usually sees around 202 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days , a great month for sightseeing.

Wind Speed in Sal in March

Wind speeds average 6 m/s (12 knots) during March. At this speed, expect strong winds that make large branches move and create some resistance when walking. Since this is an average, some days have fresh winds while others have strong breezes that can make umbrellas tricky to control.

Average water temperature in March

The water temperature is 22°C (72°F), which most people find very comfortable. A good month for swimming and water sports.

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Sal Temperature in March

Min Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Max Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Water Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Chance of Rain
3%
Precipitation
1.2 mm (0.05 in)
Rainy days
a single day
Humidity
71%
Windspeed
6 m/s (12 knots)
Sunshine
202 hours
Percentage Sunshine

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Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Sal typically stay consistent throughout March, with daily highs averaging around 23°C (73°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 19°C (66°F).

Average temperatures in March

Historical weather records for Sal in March

Browse day-by-day weather records for Sal spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Sal historical weather extremes in March

Based on 28 years of weather observations in Sal between 1998 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.

  • Sal recorded its highest March temperature of 32°C (90°F) on March 22, 2002.
  • On March 20, 2001, Sal saw its coldest March day with temperatures maxing out at 21°C (70°F).
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in March was 16°C (61°F) (March 10, 2009).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Sal in March

For Sal in March, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. With water temperatures around 22°C (72°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Sal in March

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

  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Barbeque
    9/10
  • Camping
    10/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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