Tumaco weather in March (Nariño, Colombia)

How is the weather in Tumaco in March? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In March, Tumaco generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 30°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 24°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Tumaco in March falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 378 mm for the month. Typically around 20 days of rainfall is expected.

The area enjoys a balanced 161 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Tumaco. November generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Tumaco climate page with graphs.

 

Tumaco, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Water Temperature 25°C  

Chance of Rain 67%  

Precipitation 378 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 87%  

Sunshine 161 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Colombia in March

Find out more about the weather in Colombia in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Tumaco in March?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 25°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in March.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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