ClimateForecastMarchApril >>

São Luís weather in March (Maranhão, Brazil)

How does the weather in São Luís usually fare in March? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The month of March in São Luís typically includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 29°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 25°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and there can be hotter days. Dress appropriately and stay hydrated to remain comfortable.

Precipitation

São Luís in March falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 434 mm for the month. The month brings the heaviest rain of the year, often in intense bursts. Make sure to have a poncho to stay dry during the showers. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 31 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 107 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit São Luís. September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April and May tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized São Luís climate page with graphs.

 

São Luís, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 103%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 434 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 31 days  
HumidityHumidity 89% *  
SunshineSunshine 107 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  

Where to go in Brazil in March

Find out more about the weather in Brazil and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Map not visible? Whoops sorry! Please refresh the page.
Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in São Luís.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Brazil? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Brazil. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.