Greater Santo Domingo Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Greater Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic in March.

Planning a journey to Greater Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Greater Santo Domingo in March

Greater Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic is a region in the Dominican Republic. March in Greater Santo Domingo generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Puerto Plata at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in San Francisco de Macorís at 30°C (86°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in San Francisco de Macorís and 22°C (72°F) in Puerto Plata. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Greater Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in San Pedro de Macorís with an average of 32 mm (1.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Puerto Plata with 73 mm (2.9 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Santo Domingo enjoys approximately 252 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Greater Santo Domingo by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Greater Santo Domingo in March

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

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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 Greater Santo Domingo

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Greater Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic?

Temperature range in Greater Santo Domingo (March)

Precipitation variation in Greater Santo Domingo (March)

Santo Domingo

In March Santo Domingo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
252 hours
247 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Boca Chica

In March Boca Chica generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
252 hours
247 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions

San Francisco de Macorís

In March San Francisco de Macorís generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
215 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions

San Pedro de Macorís

In March San Pedro de Macorís generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
252 hours
247 hours
Monthly rainfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Boca de Yuma

In March Boca de Yuma generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
239 hours
277 hours
268 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Greater Santo Domingo in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Santo Domingo 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Boca Chica 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
San Francisco de Macorís 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
San Pedro de Macorís 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Boca de Yuma 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Puerto Plata 28°C (82°F) 22°C (72°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)

Greater Santo Domingo weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Greater Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic in March?

In March, Greater Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic generally has perfect weather conditions. Santo Domingo sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 22°C (72°F).

What is the average temperature in Greater Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic in March?

In Santo Domingo, the average daytime high in March is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 22°C (72°F).

Does Greater Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Greater Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic. Santo Domingo averages only about 46 mm (1.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Greater Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic?

We consider March to be one of the best times to travel to Greater Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic. Typically, the climate in Santo Domingo is perfect.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March and December offering mostly perfect weather in Santo Domingo. The weather in May, June, July, August, September and October, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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