Goa

Goa Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Goa, India in March.

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Calangute Candolim Anjuna Baga

Are you planning a trip a to Goa, India in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Goa in March

Goa, India is a region in India. March in Goa generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Palolem at 30°C (86°F) to very warm in Old Goa at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Old Goa and 25°C (77°F) in Palolem. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For specific regional insights in Goa, India, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

March is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 5.7 mm (0.2 in) in Calangute.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Calangute enjoys approximately 291 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Goa by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Goa — and find the best time to visit. (based on Calangute)

January30°C (86°F) February30°C (86°F) March31°C (88°F) April32°C (90°F) May32°C (90°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August28°C (82°F) September29°C (84°F) October30°C (86°F) November32°C (90°F) December31°C (88°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Goa in March

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

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 Goa

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Goa, India?

Temperature range in Goa (March)

Precipitation variation in Goa (March)

Calangute

In March Calangute generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
290 hours
291 hours
289 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
5.7 mm (0.2 in)
6.8 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Calangute →

Candolim

In March Candolim generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
290 hours
291 hours
289 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.2 mm (0.05 in)
5.8 mm (0.2 in)
7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Candolim →

Anjuna

In March Anjuna generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
290 hours
291 hours
289 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
5.4 mm (0.2 in)
6.4 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Anjuna →

Baga

In March Baga generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
290 hours
291 hours
289 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
5.5 mm (0.2 in)
6.5 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Baga →

Panaji

In March Panaji generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
290 hours
291 hours
289 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
6.3 mm (0.2 in)
7.9 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Calangute 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 5.7 mm (0.2 in)
Candolim 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 5.8 mm (0.2 in)
Anjuna 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 5.4 mm (0.2 in)
Baga 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 5.5 mm (0.2 in)
Panaji 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 6.3 mm (0.2 in)
Palolem 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 8.1 mm (0.3 in)

Goa weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Goa, India in March?

Goa, India typically experiences pleasant weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Calangute average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Goa, India in March?

Calangute averages a daytime maximum of 31°C (88°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

Does Goa, India get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Goa, India. Calangute averages only about 5.7 mm (0.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Goa, India?

We believe that March is one of the best times to visit Goa, India with overall perfect weather in Calangute.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, November and December provide pleasant weather in Calangute. On the other hand, the weather in June, July, August and September tend to be poor.

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