Dominica

Dominica Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Dominica in March.

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Roseau Portsmouth Calibishie Marigot

Are you planning a trip a to Dominica in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Dominica in March

March in Dominica generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Roseau.

For a closer look at conditions across Dominica, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Portsmouth with an average of 33 mm (1.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Castle Bruce with 46 mm (1.8 in). Going by our weather data, this month in Roseau usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this March. For example, Roseau gets approximately 227 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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January27°C (81°F) February27°C (81°F) March27°C (81°F) April27°C (81°F) May28°C (82°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September29°C (84°F) October29°C (84°F) November28°C (82°F) December28°C (82°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Dominica in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Dominica.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Dominica

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Dominica?

Temperature range in Dominica (March)

Precipitation variation in Dominica (March)

Roseau

In March Roseau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
227 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Roseau →

Portsmouth

In March Portsmouth generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
227 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Portsmouth →

Calibishie

In March Calibishie generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
227 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Calibishie →

Marigot

In March Marigot generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
227 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Marigot →

Pont Cassé

In March Pont Cassé generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
227 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Pont Cassé →

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In our records: Dominica March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Dominica in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest March day in Dominica brought 93 mm (3.7 in) in Douglas-Charles Airport on March 26, 2011.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Dominica in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Roseau 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Portsmouth 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Calibishie 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Marigot 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Pont Cassé 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Castle Bruce 26°C (79°F) 24°C (75°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)

Dominica weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Dominica in March?

Dominica typically experiences excellent weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Roseau average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Dominica in March?

Daytime temperatures in Roseau peak at roughly 27°C (81°F) in March, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

Does Dominica get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Dominica during March, with Roseau averaging close to 38 mm (1.5 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Dominica?

We believe that March is one of the best times to visit Dominica with overall excellent weather in Roseau. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, May, June and December offering mostly excellent weather in Roseau.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Dominica.

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