If you plan to visit Fortaleza in March, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +28°C during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 27 rainy days in the month and around 178 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
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March is usually the coldest month of the year in Fortaleza;
Average weather
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+28°C
Avg. max. temperature
+21°C
Min.
+33°C
Max.
178 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
27 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Fortaleza has OK weather in March.
Average temperature in Fortaleza in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Fortaleza for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +30°C during the day to a minimum of +24°C during the night, the temperature in March averages around +28°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +29°C to +28°C.
Is Fortaleza warm or cold in March?
Fortaleza is typically warm in March.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +29°C to +28°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +25°C to +25°C.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
March is the coldest month in Fortaleza, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Fortaleza in March
Water in Fortaleza in March is Very warm. It varies from +28°C to +30°C, with an average of +29°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +28°C.
The water temperature in March is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Fortaleza are reached in April, when the average sea temperature rises to +29°C. The coldest water temperatures are in September, with an average of +27°C.
Can you swim in Fortaleza in March?
You can definitely swim in Fortaleza in March, the water is very warm (+29°C in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!
Climate in Fortaleza in March
Fortaleza weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+29°C
+28°C
+29°C
Min. temperature
+23°C
+21°C
+23°C
Max. temperature
+32°C
+33°C
+33°C
Rainfall
119 mm
178 mm
197 mm
Wind
3 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+28°C
+29°C
+29°C
Humidity
78%
81%
82%
Air pressure
1010 HPa
1010 HPa
1010 HPa
Sunny days
1
0
1
Cloudy days
3
1
2
Rainy days
24
27
24
Snowy days
0
0
0
March weather is still as ok as in February.It’s getting colder in March. From +29°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +28°C.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 119 mm to 178 mm.Humidity rises from 78% to 81%.Winds are calmer in comparison to February, going down from 3 m/s to 2 m/s on average.The days becoming less sunny, going from 1 sunny days in February to 0 in March.
April brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Fortaleza in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Fortaleza is gradually decreasing during March, going from 5 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Fortaleza based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 94% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 261 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 44 mm, which is moderate rain.March is a pretty wet month with over 29 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
March is one of the rainiest months in Fortaleza, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Fortaleza wettest month is April, where a typical day has a 80% chance of precipitation and 197 mm of rainfall per day. September, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last March in Fortaleza?
This is the weather in Fortaleza in March 2023:
1 March
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+29°C
2 March
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+29°C
3 March
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+27°C
4 March
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+28°C
5 March
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+30°C
6 March
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+28°C
7 March
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+30°C
8 March
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+30°C
9 March
🌧️
+28°C
10 March
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+29°C
11 March
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+28°C
12 March
🌧️
+29°C
13 March
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+27°C
14 March
🌧️
+27°C
15 March
🌧️
+29°C
16 March
🌧️
+27°C
17 March
🌧️
+27°C
18 March
🌧️
+28°C
19 March
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+27°C
20 March
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+26°C
21 March
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+28°C
22 March
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+30°C
23 March
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+30°C
24 March
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+29°C
25 March
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+29°C
26 March
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+27°C
27 March
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+28°C
28 March
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+27°C
29 March
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+28°C
30 March
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+29°C
31 March
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+28°C
In March 2023 Fortaleza had 5 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 22 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +28°C, with an absolute maximum of +30°C and a minimum of +26°C. The average humidity was 85%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 63%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Fortaleza climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Fortaleza in March has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+28°C) and the highest in 2020 (+31°C). The driest year was 1993 with only 236 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2009 with 1739 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Fortaleza in March:
Is March a good time to visit Fortaleza?
It’s always a good time to visit Fortaleza, 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 Fortaleza in March?
March is warm in Fortaleza. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Fortaleza in March?
Yes, you can swim in Fortaleza in March, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +29°C, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.
Is Fortaleza rainy in March?
Fortaleza 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 Fortaleza in March?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Fortaleza 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 Fortaleza, 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.