What is the weather like in Faro in March?

Expect temperatures between 12°C and 18°C with 19% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Faro in March?

Faro in March scores 64/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs.

Who should visit Faro in March?

March in Faro is ideal for: Families with children, Outdoor enthusiasts, Photographers, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples.

Faro Weather in March | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

18°C

Hottest around day 27

Avg Low

12°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

1days

19% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Sea Temperature in March

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

15.8°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

💧Refreshing

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

🏄Cool, wetsuits recommended

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Faro coastline

Essential Travel Info for Faro

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

Portuguese

Driving

Right side

Connect

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Safety

Very High Safety

GPI: 1.301

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

44/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

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Peak

Jul

Low

Jan

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Jan

Feb

Mar

110

Apr

118

May

130

Jun

139

Jul

138

Aug

127

Sep

123

Oct

Nov

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

6 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Portugal. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Portugal.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Portugal.If rabies exposures occur while in Portugal, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Yellow Fever

CDC recommendations:Vaccine isnotrecommended.Country entry requirements:Vaccine isnotrequired.Updated April 23, 2025

Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is March a Good Time to Visit Faro?

👌Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs(64/100)

Short Answer

Faro in March features 15.8°C seas - too cold for swimming but stunning for coastal walks. Air temperatures average 18°C with 19% rain probability.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Rough sea conditions

1.71m average wave height - Surfers Only

Cold sea - swimming challenging

15.8°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Zika

Plenty of sunshine

9.8h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

45% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Families with children
Comfortable 17.5°C temperatures and low 19% rain risk
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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 17.5°C, 19% rain chance
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Photographers
9.8h sunshine, 55% clear skies for golden hour shots
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 89/100 with romantic weather conditions

Who Should Avoid

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Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 15.8°C - too cold for comfortable swimming

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Faro in March averages 18°C with 19% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Faro in March

What are the temperatures in Faro in March?

Daytime highs average 18°C, nights drop to 12°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Faro in March?

Expect around 1 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Faro in March?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is March peak season in Faro?

This is typically peak season with higher prices. Book 2-3 months ahead.

Faro Weather in March

Sea Temperature in March

Faro March Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for Faro

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Measles

Rabies

Yellow Fever

Is March a Good Time to Visit Faro?

Decision Factors

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Who Should Avoid

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