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Dominical Weather in March
March in Dominical averages 27°C (81°F) during the day and 23°C (73°F) at night. With just 150 mm (5.9 in) of rainfall on average, it doesn't get much drier than this.
Rainfall in Dominical in March
Conditions tend to be dry and settled, making it a good month for outdoor plans. Typically around 7 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 150 mm (5.9 in) for the month. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.
Temperature in Dominical in March
Daytime temperatures in Dominical reach 27°C (81°F) in March, dropping to 23°C (73°F) at night. Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. Nights remain mild at 23°C (73°F), making evenings a pleasant time to be outdoors.
Sunshine in Dominical in March
The month enjoys around 270 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, March is one of the best months to visit Dominical.
Dominical Temperature in March
Min Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Max Temperature
27°C (81°F)
Chance of Rain
25%
Precipitation
150 mm (5.9 in)
Rainy days
7 days
Humidity
80% *
Sunshine
270 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Quepos, Costa Rica (38 KM, 23 Miles).
Dominical Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Dominical in March
Browse day-by-day weather records for Dominical spanning 47 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Dominical historical weather extremes in March
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Dominical from 2006 through 2026.
- The warmest day in March was on March 4, 2026, with a maximum of 29°C (84°F).
- The coldest March day was on March 8, 2023, with a maximum of 22°C (72°F).
- Dominical registered its coldest March night on March 11, 2008, with temperatures dropping to 18°C (64°F).
- The wettest March day on record brought 92 mm (3.6 in) of precipitation to Dominical (March 21, 2010).
Best Places in Costa Rica in March
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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 Dominical in March
Warm temperatures in March make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Dominical in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming9/10 -
Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping6/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
Dominical 3-Day Forecast
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