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Yucatán Weather in March

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

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Mérida Chicxulub Izamal Ek'Balam

Planning a getaway to the Yucatán, Mexico this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Yucatán in March

The Yucatán, Mexico is a region in Mexico. March in the Yucatán generally has temperatures that range from warm to very hot, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Celestún at 29°C (84°F) and very hot in Santa Elena at 35°C (95°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Santa Elena and 23°C (73°F) in Celestún. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To explore the conditions in the Yucatán, Mexico in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Uxmal with an average of 12 mm (0.5 in) to low rainfall in El Cuyo with 22 mm (0.9 in). Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Mérida.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. Mérida typically receives 243 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Yucatán by month

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

January30°C (86°F) February32°C (90°F) March34°C (93°F) April37°C (99°F) May37°C (99°F) June36°C (97°F) This monthJuly36°C (97°F) August36°C (97°F) September35°C (95°F) October33°C (91°F) November31°C (88°F) December31°C (88°F)
Best Time to Visit the Yucatán →

Best Places to Visit in the Yucatán in March

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

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 Yucatán

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

Temperature range in the Yucatán (March)

Precipitation variation in the Yucatán (March)

Mérida

In March Mérida generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
34°C (93°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
243 hours
256 hours
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Mérida →

Chicxulub

In March Chicxulub generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°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)
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
243 hours
256 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Chicxulub →

Izamal

In March Izamal generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
34°C (93°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
243 hours
256 hours
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
poor
Climate in Izamal →

Ek'Balam

In March Ek'Balam generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
273 hours
258 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Ek'Balam →

Valladolid

In March Valladolid generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
273 hours
258 hours
Monthly rainfall
20 mm (0.8 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Valladolid →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mérida 34°C (93°F) 21°C (70°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Chicxulub 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Izamal 34°C (93°F) 20°C (68°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Ek'Balam 33°C (91°F) 20°C (68°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Valladolid 33°C (91°F) 20°C (68°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Progreso 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)

The Yucatán weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across the Yucatán, Mexico in March. The popular destination of Mérida averages 34°C (93°F) by day and 21°C (70°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in the Yucatán, Mexico during March range from a nighttime low near 21°C (70°F) to a daytime high around 34°C (93°F) in Mérida.

Does the Yucatán, Mexico get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in the Yucatán, Mexico. Mérida averages only about 15 mm (0.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit the Yucatán, Mexico?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit the Yucatán, Mexico due to the typically pleasant weather in Mérida.

Generally speaking, January, February and December provide pleasant weather in Mérida. In contrast, March, April, May, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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We have much more information about the climate in the Yucatán.

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