Ribeira Grande Weather in March

During March, Ribeira Grande experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 17°C (63°F) and cooler nights around 13°C (55°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 97 mm (3.8 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Ribeira Grande in March

Typically, you can expect about 18 days of rain this month, with 97 mm (3.8 in) on average. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Ribeira Grande in March

In March, expect moderate temperatures in Ribeira Grande, with highs of 17°C (63°F) and lows of 13°C (55°F) at night. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. Nights cool down to 13°C (55°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Ribeira Grande in March

The area enjoys a balanced 121 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

Average water temperature in March

The water is 17°C (63°F) this month, cool enough to feel refreshing on a warm day, but cold enough that most people won't stay in for long without a wetsuit.

March in Ribeira Grande can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.