Temperatures in March
It's warm in March in Puerto Plata with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 21°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Puerto Plata in March. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of March
The month of March starts in Puerto Plata with hot temperatures, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights close to 20°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-March
By mid-March, the average daytime temperature rises to around 30°C, with nights close to 20°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Puerto Plata will be around 30°C, with nights close to 21°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Puerto Plata is 27°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Precipitation in March
In March, there is an average of 203 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
The average precipitation chance is 33% per day this month. Though it seems pretty low, the weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in March for Puerto Plata. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Puerto Plata in March |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
29°C | 11°C | |
 High Temp |
31°C | 14°C | |
| Low Temp |
27°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
203 mm | 55 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
10 days | 9 days | |
February
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is March a good time to visit Puerto Plata?
After some sun? Then March isn’t the best time to be in Puerto Plata. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Puerto Plata in March
With 34°C, Puerto Plata hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in March 2014. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2020. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 14°C to a high of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in March in Puerto Plata
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in March in Puerto Plata, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in March in Puerto Plata
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for Puerto Plata, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for March, you can expect around 10 days of rain in Puerto Plata.
Daily UV Index in March in Puerto Plata
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Puerto Plata, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in March in Puerto Plata Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in Puerto Plata, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in March in Puerto Plata Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in Puerto Plata, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in March for Puerto Plata
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Average Weather in Puerto Plata by Month
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