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Vila Franca do Campo Weather in March

Thinking of visiting Vila Franca do Campo in March? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 17°C (63°F) during the day, dropping to 13°C (55°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Vila Franca do Campo in March

The climate data from previous years indicates about 18 days of rain, averaging 97 mm (3.8 in) for the month. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in Vila Franca do Campo in March

Vila Franca do Campo in March gets highs of 17°C (63°F) during the day and drops to 13°C (55°F) at night. During March, the winter season is in full swing. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 13°C (55°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 Vila Franca do Campo in March

The city usually sees around 121 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

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.

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Vila Franca do Campo Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C (63°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 17°C (63°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 59%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 97 mm (3.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
SunshineSunshine 121 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Ponta Delgada, Portugal (20 KM, 12 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 Vila Franca do Campo in March

Pleasant temperatures in March mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. With water temperatures around 17°C (63°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Vila Franca do Campo 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
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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