Cartago Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Cartago, Costa Rica in March.

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Turrialba Orosí Cachí La Suiza

Planning a trip to Cartago, Costa Rica this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Cartago in March

Cartago, Costa Rica is a region in Costa Rica. March in Cartago generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Cachí to 27°C (81°F) in Copal. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Copal and 13°C (55°F) in Cachí.

For specific regional insights in Cartago, Costa Rica, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Orosí with an average of 64 mm (2.5 in) to high rainfall in Turrialba with 126 mm (5 in). In Turrialba, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

March brings good sunshine to many areas. Turrialba sees around 284 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Cartago in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Cartago.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Cartago

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Cartago, Costa Rica?

Temperature range in Cartago (March)

Precipitation variation in Cartago (March)

Turrialba

In March Turrialba generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
265 hours
284 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
126 mm (5 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Turrialba →

Orosí

In March Orosí generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
265 hours
284 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Orosí →

Cachí

In March Cachí generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
265 hours
284 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Cachí →

La Suiza

In March La Suiza generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
265 hours
284 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in La Suiza →

Paraíso

In March Paraíso generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
265 hours
284 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Paraíso →

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Cartago in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Turrialba 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Orosí 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Cachí 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 77 mm (3 in)
La Suiza 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Paraíso 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Cartago 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)

Cartago weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cartago, Costa Rica in March?

Cartago, Costa Rica typically experiences pleasant weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Turrialba average around 23°C (73°F), and temperatures drop to about 14°C (57°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Cartago, Costa Rica in March?

Turrialba averages a daytime maximum of 23°C (73°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 14°C (57°F).

Does Cartago, Costa Rica get a lot of rain in March?

Yes, March tends to be a wetter month in Cartago, Costa Rica. Average rainfall in Turrialba sits around 126 mm (5 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Cartago, Costa Rica?

We believe that March is one of the best times to visit Cartago, Costa Rica with overall pleasant weather in Turrialba.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in February, March and April offering mostly pleasant weather in Turrialba. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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