March 12 is generally a great time to visit Porto. While there is a slight chance of rain (24%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 16°C weather. Porto is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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Essential Travel Info for Porto
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Portuguese
Driving
Right side
Connect
Porto has 4G from all Portuguese carrier...
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.301
Porto Weather Forecast for March 12
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 16.1°C. 24% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Porto in March
Based on historical data for March 12, Porto typically experiences temperatures between 7.8°C and 16.1°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (24% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Porto
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
16.1°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
7.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
16.1°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
24%
Avg 1.6mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
53%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.2 hPa
High volatility
Porto Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 87% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 28 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 42 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 70 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12.3°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
Busy
64/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~155
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Porto
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:53
☀️ Noon
12:45
🌇 Sunset
18:38
⏱️ Daylight
11h 45m
Wind Speed
17.6 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
78%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Porto
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Porto on March 12 averages 16.1°C with a 24% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 85/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Porto Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
March 18
17°C • 24% rain
Score
88
March 14
16.6°C • 23% rain
Score
87
March 15
16.9°C • 25% rain
Score
87
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Porto Worth Visiting on March 12?
Planning a trip to Porto 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 16.1°C with a 24% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 155 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 14°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 2.97m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest March 12 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 17.9°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to 4.7°C in 2016.