March 8 is generally a great time to visit Santander. While there is a slight chance of rain (23%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 15°C weather. Lower tourist interest in Santander right now translates to better deals and a more local feel.
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Essential Travel Info for Santander
Currency
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Language
Spanish
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Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.603
Santander Weather Forecast for March 8
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 15.1°C. 23% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Santander in March
Based on historical data for March 8, Santander typically experiences temperatures between 7.3°C and 15.1°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (23% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Santander
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
15.1°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
7.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
15.1°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
23%
Avg 1.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
62%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1016.9 hPa
High volatility
Santander Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
~ Expect variable conditions. Have flexible plans and pack for multiple weather scenarios.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 32 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 48 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 80 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
10.7°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 Spain
Flight Traffic
Quiet
28/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~8
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Santander
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:41
☀️ Noon
13:27
🌇 Sunset
19:13
⏱️ Daylight
11h 31m
Wind Speed
19.1 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
75%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Santander
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, Santander on March 8 averages 15.1°C with a 23% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 82/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Santander Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Santander Worth Visiting on March 8?
Planning a trip to Santander on March 8? 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 15.1°C with a 23% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 8 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 13.4°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.9m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest March 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 20.7°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to 4.3°C in 2016.