Barú weather in March (Puntarenas, Costa Rica)

What should you pack for a trip to Barú in March? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

Typically, March in Barú includes high temperatures and high rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 27°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 21°C.

Precipitation

Barú in March usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 144 mm for the month. Enjoy the driest month with minimal rain interruptions. It's an excellent time for outdoor plans, from sports to festivals. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 8 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 270 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

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

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

 

Barú, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 25%  

Precipitation 144 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 270 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Quepos, Costa Rica (39 KM, 24 Miles).

Where to go in Costa Rica in March

Find out more about the weather in Costa Rica and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Barú.

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