Manuel Antonio weather in March (Puntarenas, Costa Rica)

Looking to travel to Manuel Antonio in March? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In March, Manuel Antonio generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 28°C (show in °F), while night temperatures can drop to 24°C.

Manuel Antonio in March usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 135 mm (show in inches) for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Typically around 7 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 270 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Manuel Antonio, monthly averages in March

Show in Fahrenheit
Min Temperature 23.6°C  
Max Temperature 28.4°C  
Chance of Rain 23%  
Precipitation 135 mm  
Rainy days 7 days  
Humidity 80% *  
Sunshine 270 hours *  
Percentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Quepos, Costa Rica (2 KM, 1 Miles).

Where to go in Costa Rica in March

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

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20-29ºC / 68-84ºF and not too much precipitation (less than 90mm / 3.5inches a month).

So, what should you wear in Manuel Antonio in March?

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 in March.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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