March 20 is generally a great time to visit Faro. While there is a slight chance of rain (18%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 18°C weather. You'll enjoy Faro with reasonable crowd levels and competitive accommodation options.
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Essential Travel Info for Faro
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Portuguese
Driving
Right side
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As of Jan 2025, Faro and its approach ro...
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.301
Faro Weather Forecast for March 20
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 17.6°C. 18% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Faro in March
Based on historical data for March 20, Faro typically experiences temperatures between 12°C and 17.6°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (18% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Faro
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
17.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
12°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
17.6°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
18%
Avg 0.6mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
40%
Overcast
Pressure
1017.4 hPa
Medium volatility
Faro Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 94% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 23 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 35 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 58 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12.7°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Portugal
Flight Traffic
Moderate
45/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~62
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Faro
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:37
☀️ Noon
12:40
🌇 Sunset
18:44
⏱️ Daylight
12h 7m
Wind Speed
24.5 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
10.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
73%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Faro
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Faro on March 20 averages 17.6°C with a 18% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 90/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Faro Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
March 24
17.9°C • 15% rain
Score
94
March 26
18.1°C • 15% rain
Score
94
March 25
18°C • 15% rain
Score
93
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📍 Is Faro Worth Visiting on March 20?
Planning a trip to Faro on March 20? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 17.6°C with a 18% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 62 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Portugal, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 16.1°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 2.04m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest March 20 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 20.5°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to 8.3°C in 2018.