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São Gonçalo Weather in March

During March, São Gonçalo experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 18°C (64°F) and cooler nights around 14°C (57°F). Some rainfall is typical during this period.

Rainfall in São Gonçalo in March

Historically, the month has about 11 days of rain, averaging 50 mm (2 in) in total. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in São Gonçalo in March

In March, expect moderate temperatures in São Gonçalo, with highs of 18°C (64°F) and lows of 14°C (57°F) at night. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With overnight lows of 14°C (57°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in São Gonçalo in March

The month enjoys around 198 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in São Gonçalo in March

Wind speeds average 2 m/s (4 knots) during March. At this speed, expect light breezes that you can feel on your face and cause leaves to rustle gently. Since this is an average, some days are calmer with barely any wind while others have more noticeable gentle breezes.

Average water temperature in March

The water temperature is 18°C (64°F). It's not warm, but most people find it perfectly fine for a swim once they're in.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best weather for São Gonçalo.

São Gonçalo Temperature in March

Min Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Max Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Water Temperature
18°C (64°F) *
Chance of Rain
35%
Precipitation
50 mm (2 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
68% *
Windspeed
2 m/s (4 knots) *
Sunshine
198 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
53% *
* Data from: Funchal, Madeira (11 KM, 7 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 São Gonçalo in March

For São Gonçalo 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 18°C (64°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 São Gonçalo in March

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

  • Swimming
    6/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Barbeque
    6/10
  • Camping
    8/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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