Ocho Rios Weather in March
In Ocho Rios, March brings high daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), with nights cooling to 22°C (72°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
Rainfall in Ocho Rios in March
Typically around 6 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 66 mm (2.6 in) for the month. Although rain is not especially frequent, individual showers can still be quite heavy.
Temperature in Ocho Rios in March
March in Ocho Rios is generally perfect, with days reaching 28°C (82°F) and nights settling around 22°C (72°F). Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. With overnight lows of 22°C (72°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.
Sunshine in Ocho Rios in March
There are approximately 263 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, March is one of the best months to visit Ocho Rios.
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Ocho Rios Temperature in March
Min Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Max Temperature
28°C (82°F)
Chance of Rain
20%
Precipitation
66 mm (2.6 in)
Rainy days
6 days
Humidity
72% *
Sunshine
263 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Ocho Rios typically stay consistent throughout March, with daily highs averaging around 28°C (82°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 24°C (75°F).
Average temperatures in March
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-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 Ocho Rios in March
Browse day-by-day weather records for Ocho Rios spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Ocho Rios historical weather extremes in March
Based on weather observations in Ocho Rios between 1980 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during March.
- The warmest day in March was on March 30, 2005, with a maximum of 36°C (97°F).
- The lowest daytime temperature in March was 25°C (77°F), recorded on March 14, 1993.
- Ocho Rios registered its coldest March night on March 14, 1996, with temperatures dropping to 20°C (68°F).
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What to Wear in Ocho Rios in March
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in March. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.What To Do in Ocho Rios in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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