Minho Region Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Minho Region, Portugal in March.

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Braga Guimarães Esposende Vieira do Minho

Considering a trip to the Minho Region, Portugal this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Minho Region in March

The Minho Region, Portugal is a region in Portugal. March in the Minho Region generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Braga.

To explore the conditions in the Minho Region, Portugal in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Esposende with an average of 138 mm (5.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Amares with 173 mm (6.8 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. Braga typically receives 194 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Minho Region by month

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

January14°C (57°F) February15°C (59°F) March18°C (64°F) April19°C (66°F) May22°C (72°F) June25°C (77°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September25°C (77°F) October21°C (70°F) November16°C (61°F) December14°C (57°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Minho Region in March

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

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 the Minho Region

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in the Minho Region, Portugal?

Temperature range in the Minho Region (March)

Precipitation variation in the Minho Region (March)

Braga

In March Braga generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
128 hours
194 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
152 mm (6 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Braga →

Guimarães

In March Guimarães generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
128 hours
194 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
150 mm (5.9 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Guimarães →

Esposende

In March Esposende generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
128 hours
194 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Esposende →

Vieira do Minho

In March Vieira do Minho generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
128 hours
194 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
157 mm (6.2 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Vieira do Minho →

Amares

In March Amares generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
128 hours
194 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
165 mm (6.5 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Amares →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Minho Region, in Portugal.

In our records: Portugal March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Portugal in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest March night in Portugal dropped to -11°C (12°F) in Castelo Mendo on March 1, 2005.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Minho Region in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Braga 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)
Guimarães 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)
Esposende 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Vieira do Minho 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 165 mm (6.5 in)
Amares 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 173 mm (6.8 in)
Fafe 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)

The Minho Region weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Minho Region, Portugal in March?

March in the Minho Region, Portugal brings tolerable weather. In Braga, daytime temperatures are typically around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime lows hover near 7°C (45°F).

What is the average temperature in the Minho Region, Portugal in March?

Average temperatures in the Minho Region, Portugal during March range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 18°C (64°F) in Braga.

Does the Minho Region, Portugal get a lot of rain in March?

Rainfall in the Minho Region, Portugal peaks during March. Braga averages roughly 161 mm (6.3 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is March a Good Time to Visit the Minho Region, Portugal?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Braga, March might be a good time to visit the Minho Region, Portugal. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Braga. The weather in January, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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