March brings warm, sunny days, perfect for sunbathing and swimming. The calm sea conditions make it a great time for snorkeling, diving, and other water activities. Windsurfing and kitesurfing are also popular during this month due to the steady winds. Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.
March is a busy month for Playa del Carmen and Isla Mujeres, as many visitors come to enjoy the warm weather during their spring break. The beach can be quite crowded, especially during the peak of spring break season and around holidays like Easter.
The average maximum temperature in Playa de Carmen in March is 28°. The average maximum temperature is 28° in the previous month and 30° in the next month.
The average temperature in Playa de Carmen in March is 24°. The average temperature ranges is 24° in the previous month and 26° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Playa de Carmen in March is 20°. The minimum temperature is 20° in the previous month and 22° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Playa de Carmen in March are 12 and there are 7.3 hours of sunshine per day on average during March making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Playa de Carmen in March is typically 11.5 during March. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Playa de Carmen in March is 26.5° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in Playa de Carmen in March is 12cm and on average there are 5.4 rainy days in March making it a dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Playa de Carmen in March is 21° which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 21° in the previous month and 22° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Playa de Carmen in March is typically 90.6%. The maximum relative humidity is 92.7% in the previous month and 89.5% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Playa de Carmen in March is typically 73.9%. The average relative humidity is 77.4% in the previous month and 73.9% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Playa de Carmen in March is typically 28kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 25kmh in the previous month and 28kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Playa de Carmen in March is typically 14kmh. The average wind speed is 12kmh in the previous month and 15kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Playa de Carmen in March is from the East.
