Santa Cruz Weather in March

With daytime temperatures of 31°C (88°F) and nighttime lows of 24°C (75°F), March in Santa Cruz brings very high temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 145 mm (5.7 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Santa Cruz in March

Typically, you can expect about 17 days of rain this month, with 145 mm (5.7 in) on average. This month brings frequent, heavy showers. Both the number of wet days and the rainfall totals are on the high side.

Temperature in Santa Cruz in March

In March, expect very high temperatures in Santa Cruz, with highs of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F) at night. Sunshine and humidity can make it feel even warmer than the raw temperature suggests. Nights are warm at 24°C (75°F). It's worth making sure your accommodation has decent ventilation or air conditioning.

Sunshine in Santa Cruz in March

With approximately 218 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Santa Cruz. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.