March Weather in Ponta Delgada

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Ponta Delgada, Portugal, during March is characterized by an average temperature of 15°C (59°F). Highs can soar to 17°C (63°F), while lows may dip to 12°C (54°F). Typically, the humidity level in Ponta Delgada throughout March hovers around 82%.

12°C (54°F)

Minimum temperature

15°C (59°F)

Average temperature

17°C (63°F)

Maximum temperature

82%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In March, Ponta Delgada averages 66 mm (2.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 58 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 46 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 24% probability of sunny days during this period.

66 mm (2.6 inches)

Precipitation

12 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 46 minutes

Sunshine hours

24%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In March, the UV Index in Ponta Delgada reaches a maximum of 7, indicating a level of High exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 25 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 2 4 6 7 7 7 6 5 3 1 1
Exposure Low Moderate High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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