March Rainfall and Precipitation in Rio de Janeiro State

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil in March.

Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil, a region in Brazil, experiences in March precipitation ranging from a high 115 mm (4.5 in) in Arraial do Cabo to a heavy 418 mm (16 in) in Paraty.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in March: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Rio de Janeiro State precipitation in March: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil receive in March?

Rio de Janeiro often receives substantial rainfall, averaging approximately 170 mm (6.7 in). The frequent showers make the weather unpredictable, with conditions shifting rapidly.

How many days does it rain in Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil in March?

Rio de Janeiro sees roughly 15 days rainy days during March.

Is March part of the rainy season in Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil?

Not really. March is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil.

What is the wettest city in March in Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil?

In our database, Paraty stands out as having an average rainfall level of 418 mm (16 in), making it the wettest location.

What is the driest city in March in Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil?

Arraial do Cabo is the driest city we have data for in Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil in March, with monthly rainfall close to 115 mm (4.5 in).

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