Calheta Weather in March
March in Calheta brings moderate temperatures around 18°C (64°F) during the day, dropping to 14°C (57°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 67 mm (2.6 in) for the month.
Rainfall in Calheta in March
Historically, the month has about 11 days of rain, averaging 67 mm (2.6 in) in total. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.
Temperature in Calheta in March
March in Calheta brings typical temperatures with highs around 18°C (64°F) and lows of 14°C (57°F). Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With overnight lows of 14°C (57°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.
Sunshine in Calheta in March
There are approximately 198 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances for Calheta.
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Calheta Temperature in March
Min Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Max Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Chance of Rain
35%
Precipitation
67 mm (2.6 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
68% *
Sunshine
198 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
53% *
Daily Historical Temperatures
49-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Calheta typically stay consistent throughout March, with daily highs averaging around 18°C (64°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 15°C (59°F).
Average temperatures in March
Daily Historical Precipitation
49-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in March
Historical weather for Calheta in March
Browse day-by-day weather records for Calheta spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Calheta historical weather extremes in March
Based on weather observations in Calheta between 1992 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during March.
- The hottest March day on record in Calheta reached 26°C (79°F) (March 21, 2002).
- The lowest daytime temperature in March was 13°C (55°F), recorded on March 14, 2011.
- Calheta registered its coldest March night on March 13, 2011, with temperatures dropping to 8°C (46°F).
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What to Wear in Calheta in March
For Calheta 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. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.What To Do in Calheta in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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