March 12 is generally a great time to visit La Palma. While there is a slight chance of rain (16%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 21°C weather. As it's peak season for La Palma, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for La Palma
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Spanish
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Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.603
La Palma Weather Forecast for March 12
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 20.9°C. 16% chance of rain."
What to Wear in La Palma in March
Based on historical data for March 12, La Palma typically experiences temperatures between 16.4°C and 20.9°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (16% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for La Palma
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
20.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
16.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
21.1°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
16%
Avg 0.6mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
47%
Overcast
Pressure
1019.9 hPa
Low volatility
La Palma Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 98% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
08:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
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
16.5°C
Noticeable
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
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Spain
Flight Traffic
High
93/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~39
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in La Palma
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:25
☀️ Noon
14:22
🌇 Sunset
20:18
⏱️ Daylight
11h 52m
Wind Speed
29.4 km/h
Fresh breeze
Sunshine
10.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
76%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in La Palma
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
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.
Atlantic Hurricane Risk
Season: Jun - Nov
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, La Palma on March 12 averages 20.9°C with a 16% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 90/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
La Palma Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
March 9
20.9°C • 13% rain
Score
97
March 18
20.5°C • 10% rain
Score
97
March 19
20.4°C • 10% rain
Score
97
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is La Palma Worth Visiting on March 12?
Planning a trip to La Palma on March 12? 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 20.9°C with a 16% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 39 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Spain, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 20.4°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.65m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest March 12 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 27.8°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to 12.8°C in 2018.