The weather in March in Sao Tome and Principe
It's hot in March in Sao Tome and Principe with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 26°C.
Looking for sun? March isn’t a good month to be in Sao Tome and Principe. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in March for Sao Tome and Principe. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 51°C in 2018, Sao Tome and Principe reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 6°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Rainfall amount
In March, there is an average of 170 mm of precipitation, spread over 21 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in March for Sao Tome and Principe
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sao Tome and Principe. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
March weather comparison
| Sao Tome and Principe | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 31°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 33°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 23°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 170 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 21 days | 10 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Sao Tome and Principe with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 26°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps stay steady at around 32°C, with nights around 26°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Sao Tome and Principe is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Check out the climate of Sao Tome and Principe for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Sao Tome and Principe is based on weather data from São Tomé. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Sao Tome and Principe to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in March in Sao Tome and Principe. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in March in Sao Tome and Principe
Temperature in March in Sao Tome and Principe over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March in Sao Tome and Principe. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in March in Sao Tome and Principe
Total precipitation in March in Sao Tome and Principe over the years
Daily UV index in March in Sao Tome and Principe
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Sao Tome and Principe, 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.
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Average weather in Sao Tome and Principe by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sao Tome and Principe. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.