Sinaloa Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Sinaloa, Mexico in March.

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Mazatlán Los Mochis Culiacán El Fuerte

Planning a trip to Sinaloa, Mexico this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Sinaloa in March

Sinaloa, Mexico is a region in Mexico. March in Sinaloa generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Mazatlán at 26°C (79°F) to very warm in El Fuerte at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in El Fuerte and 19°C (66°F) in Mazatlán.

For specific regional insights in Sinaloa, Mexico, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Los Mochis with an average of 2.5 mm (0.1 in) to low rainfall in El Fuerte with 7.5 mm (0.3 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Mazatlán enjoys approximately 260 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Sinaloa in March

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

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 Sinaloa

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Sinaloa, Mexico?

Temperature range in Sinaloa (March)

Precipitation variation in Sinaloa (March)

Mazatlán

In March Mazatlán generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
260 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
3.5 mm (0.1 in)
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mazatlán →

Los Mochis

In March Los Mochis generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
2.5 mm (0.1 in)
1.2 mm (0.05 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Los Mochis →

Culiacán

In March Culiacán generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
20 mm (0.8 in)
4.2 mm (0.2 in)
2.7 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Culiacán →

El Fuerte

In March El Fuerte generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
32°C (90°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
7.5 mm (0.3 in)
3.1 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in El Fuerte →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Sinaloa, in Mexico.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mazatlán 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 3.5 mm (0.1 in)
Los Mochis 31°C (88°F) 15°C (59°F) 2.5 mm (0.1 in)
Culiacán 32°C (90°F) 15°C (59°F) 4.2 mm (0.2 in)
El Fuerte 32°C (90°F) 14°C (57°F) 7.5 mm (0.3 in)

Sinaloa weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sinaloa, Mexico in March?

Sinaloa, Mexico typically experiences perfect weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Mazatlán average around 26°C (79°F), and temperatures drop to about 19°C (66°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Sinaloa, Mexico in March?

In Mazatlán, the average daytime high in March is 26°C (79°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 19°C (66°F).

Does Sinaloa, Mexico get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Sinaloa, Mexico. Mazatlán averages only about 3.5 mm (0.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Sinaloa, Mexico?

We believe that March is one of the best times to visit Sinaloa, Mexico with overall perfect weather in Mazatlán.

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

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