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San Carlos Weather in March

March in San Carlos brings pleasant temperatures around 18°C (64°F) during the day, dropping to 7°C (45°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 70 mm (2.8 in) for the month.

Rainfall in San Carlos in March

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 11 days of rain, with 70 mm (2.8 in) average for the month. 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 San Carlos in March

Daytime temperatures in San Carlos reach 18°C (64°F) in March, dropping to 7°C (45°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights drop to 7°C (45°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in San Carlos in March

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 270 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit San Carlos.

Wind Speed in San Carlos in March

Wind speeds average 5 m/s (10 knots) during March. At this speed, gentle to moderate breezes make small trees sway and the wind creates whitecaps on water bodies. Daily variations range from moderate winds to stronger breezes, creating excellent conditions for sailing, kite flying and wind sports.

Average water temperature in March

At 12°C (54°F), the water is very cold. Most people find it too uncomfortable for anything beyond a brief wade.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances for San Carlos.

San Carlos Temperature in March

Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Water Temperature
12°C (54°F) *
Chance of Rain
36%
Precipitation
70 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
75% *
Windspeed
5 m/s (10 knots) *
Sunshine
270 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
73% *
* Data from: San Francisco, the United States of America (16 KM, 10 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in San Carlos in March

For San Carlos in March, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. With water temperatures around 12°C (54°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in San Carlos in March

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    9/10
  • Walking
    9/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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