São Miguel Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in São Miguel, Portugal in March.

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Ponta Delgada Ribeira Grande Furnas Vila Franca do Campo

Planning a journey to São Miguel, Portugal 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 São Miguel in March

São Miguel, Portugal is a region in Portugal. March in São Miguel generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Ponta Delgada.

For specific regional insights in São Miguel, Portugal, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Povoação with an average of 88 mm (3.5 in) to high rainfall in Ponta Delgada with 104 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Ponta Delgada as an example - it receives around 121 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore São Miguel by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in São Miguel — and find the best time to visit. (based on Ponta Delgada)

January17°C (63°F) February17°C (63°F) March17°C (63°F) April17°C (63°F) May19°C (66°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August24°C (75°F) September24°C (75°F) October22°C (72°F) November20°C (68°F) December18°C (64°F)
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Best Places to Visit in São Miguel in March

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

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 São Miguel

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

Temperature range in São Miguel (March)

Precipitation variation in São Miguel (March)

Ponta Delgada

In March Ponta Delgada generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
121 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Ponta Delgada →

Ribeira Grande

In March Ribeira Grande generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
121 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Ribeira Grande →

Furnas

In March Furnas generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
121 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Furnas →

Vila Franca do Campo

In March Vila Franca do Campo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
121 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Vila Franca do Campo →

Capelas

In March Capelas generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
121 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Capelas →

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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 São Miguel in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ponta Delgada 17°C (63°F) 13°C (55°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Ribeira Grande 17°C (63°F) 13°C (55°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Furnas 17°C (63°F) 13°C (55°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Vila Franca do Campo 17°C (63°F) 13°C (55°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Capelas 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Lagoa 17°C (63°F) 13°C (55°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)

São Miguel weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in São Miguel, Portugal in March?

March in São Miguel, Portugal brings unpleasant weather. In Ponta Delgada, daytime temperatures are typically around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows hover near 13°C (55°F).

What is the average temperature in São Miguel, Portugal in March?

Average temperatures in São Miguel, Portugal during March range from a nighttime low near 13°C (55°F) to a daytime high around 17°C (63°F) in Ponta Delgada.

Does São Miguel, Portugal get a lot of rain in March?

São Miguel, Portugal sees substantial rainfall in March. Ponta Delgada typically averages about 104 mm (4.1 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is March a Good Time to Visit São Miguel, Portugal?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit São Miguel, Portugal due to the typically unpleasant weather in Ponta Delgada.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August, September and November offering mostly perfect weather in Ponta Delgada. In contrast, January, February and March tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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