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El Gigante Weather in March

March in El Gigante sees daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F) at night. As the driest month of the year, combined with perfect weather, it's a great time to visit.

Rainfall in El Gigante in March

You can expect the least amount of rain of the year this month, making it perfect for outdoor events and activities. Typically around 5 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 3.5 mm (0.1 in) for the month. Rain is scarce this month and when it does fall, it tends to be light. Unlikely to disrupt plans significantly.

Temperature in El Gigante in March

El Gigante in March has perfect weather. Days reach 30°C (86°F) and nights cool to 25°C (77°F). It's usually most comfortable outside during the morning and later in the day. Nights stay warm at around 25°C (77°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.

Sunshine in El Gigante in March

Enjoy a sunny month with about 250 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make El Gigante even more beautiful.

Wind Speed in El Gigante in March

Average wind speeds reach 3 m/s (6 knots) in March, creating light breezes that feel pleasant throughout the day. Some days are calmer, while others bring slightly more active breezes.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, November and December typically offer the best circumstances for El Gigante.

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El Gigante Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C (77°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C (86°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 15%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 3.5 mm (0.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
WindspeedWindspeed 3 m/s (6 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 250 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua (23 KM, 14 Miles).

Historical weather for El Gigante in March

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

El Gigante historical weather extremes in March

Based on 20 years of weather observations (2006-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in El Gigante.

  • El Gigante recorded its highest March temperature of 36°C (97°F) on March 25, 2007.
  • The coldest March day was on March 4, 2018, with a maximum of 28°C (82°F).
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in March was 19°C (66°F) (March 8, 2018).

Best Places in Nicaragua 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 El Gigante in March

Warm but pleasant conditions in El Gigante in March. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Dry conditions mean you won't need to worry about rain protection. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in El Gigante in March

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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