Esmeraldas Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Esmeraldas, Ecuador in March.

Planning a trip to Esmeraldas, Ecuador this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Esmeraldas in March

Esmeraldas, Ecuador is a region in Ecuador. March in Esmeraldas generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Atacames.

For a closer look at conditions across Esmeraldas, Ecuador, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Mompiche with an average of 198 mm (7.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Atacames with 219 mm (8.6 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Esmeraldas 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).

Popular Destinations in Esmeraldas

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Esmeraldas, Ecuador?

Temperature range in Esmeraldas (March)

Precipitation variation in Esmeraldas (March)

Atacames

In March Atacames generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
290 mm (11 in)
219 mm (8.6 in)
222 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Mompiche

In March Mompiche generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
291 mm (11 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Súa

In March Súa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
288 mm (11 in)
214 mm (8.4 in)
217 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Atacames 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 219 mm (8.6 in)
Mompiche 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 198 mm (7.8 in)
Súa 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 214 mm (8.4 in)

Esmeraldas weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Esmeraldas, Ecuador in March?

Expect unpleasant weather across Esmeraldas, Ecuador in March. The popular destination of Atacames averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Esmeraldas, Ecuador in March?

Daytime temperatures in Atacames peak at roughly 29°C (84°F) in March, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

Does Esmeraldas, Ecuador get a lot of rain in March?

Rainfall in Esmeraldas, Ecuador peaks during March. Atacames averages roughly 219 mm (8.6 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Esmeraldas, Ecuador?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Atacames, March may not be the ideal time to visit Esmeraldas, Ecuador.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July, August, September, October and November offering mostly perfect weather in Atacames. On the other hand, the weather in January and February tend to be poor.

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