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Port Harcourt weather in March (Nigeria)

Curious about the climate in Port Harcourt this March? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

During March, Port Harcourt usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 33°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 25°C. Note that these temperatures are average, but some days may be hotter. Dress in cool, breathable fabrics to stay comfortable in the heat.

Precipitation

Port Harcourt in March falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 185 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 10 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 115 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Port Harcourt, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 185 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 66%  
SunshineSunshine 115 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Nigeria in March

Find out more about the weather in Nigeria and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

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.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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