March could be a good time to visit Natal, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +84°F, and there are typically 1 sunny days in March. However, expect about 26 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 124 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
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March is usually the hottest month of the year in Natal;
Average weather
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+84°F
Avg. max. temperature
+72°F
Min.
+91°F
Max.
124 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
26 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Natal has OK weather in March.
Average temperature in Natal in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Natal for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in March is +82°F with a maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +75°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +86°F to +84°F.
Is Natal warm or cold in March?
Natal is typically warm in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +84°F to +84°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +77°F to +77°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
March is the hottest month in Natal, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Natal in March
Water in Natal in March is Very warm. It varies from +83°F to +85°F, with an average of +84°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +84°F.
The water temperature in March is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Natal are reached in April, when the average sea temperature rises to +84°F. The coldest water temperatures are in September, with an average of +80°F.
Can you swim in Natal in March?
You can definitely swim in Natal in March, the water is very warm (+84°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!
Climate in Natal in March
Natal weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+84°F
+84°F
+82°F
Min. temperature
+73°F
+72°F
+72°F
Max. temperature
+91°F
+91°F
+90°F
Rainfall
80 mm
124 mm
138 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+83°F
+84°F
+84°F
Humidity
77%
79%
82%
Air pressure
1011 HPa
1010 HPa
1011 HPa
Sunny days
1
1
1
Cloudy days
4
3
2
Rainy days
23
26
25
Snowy days
0
0
0
March weather is still as ok as in February.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +84°F for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 80 mm to 124 mm.Humidity rises from 77% to 79%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 3 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.
April brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Natal in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Natal is gradually decreasing during March, going from 4 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Natal based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in March is about 243 mm, with a 84% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 45 mm, which is moderate rain.March is a pretty wet month with over 26 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
March is one of the rainiest months in Natal, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Natal wettest month is April, where a typical day has a 83% chance of precipitation and 138 mm of rainfall per day. October, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 58% chance of precipitation and 15 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last March in Natal?
This is the weather in Natal in March 2023:
1 March
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+86°F
2 March
🌧️
+82°F
3 March
🌧️
+82°F
4 March
☀️
+85°F
5 March
☀️
+85°F
6 March
☁️
+84°F
7 March
☁️
+86°F
8 March
🌧️
+82°F
9 March
🌧️
+84°F
10 March
☁️
+84°F
11 March
☀️
+85°F
12 March
☀️
+85°F
13 March
☁️
+85°F
14 March
🌧️
+83°F
15 March
🌧️
+82°F
16 March
🌧️
+80°F
17 March
🌧️
+81°F
18 March
🌧️
+80°F
19 March
🌧️
+80°F
20 March
🌧️
+85°F
21 March
🌧️
+83°F
22 March
🌧️
+81°F
23 March
🌧️
+84°F
24 March
☀️
+82°F
25 March
🌧️
+84°F
26 March
🌧️
+80°F
27 March
🌧️
+83°F
28 March
☀️
+85°F
29 March
🌧️
+83°F
30 March
🌧️
+80°F
31 March
☁️
+84°F
In March 2023 Natal had 6 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 19 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +82°F, with an absolute maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +79°F. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 69%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Natal climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Natal in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+80°F) and the highest in 2019 (+86°F). The driest year was 1993 with only 299 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1985 with 1504 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Natal in March:
Is March a good time to visit Natal?
It’s always a good time to visit Natal, but the weather is changeable in March, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Natal in March?
March is warm in Natal. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Natal in March?
Yes, you can swim in Natal in March, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +84°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.
Is Natal rainy in March?
Natal is often rainy in March. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Natal in March?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Natal in March, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Natal, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.