Weather in Varadero in March

How March compares

March is the 8th warmest month of the year in Varadero and ranks 35th of 134 destinations we compare for March - see where else is hot in March. Against London's average high of 10.5°C in March, Varadero is 16.1°C warmer by day and 18.2°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in March

The typical March day in Varadero peaks at 26.6°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 29.4°C or more. About 77% of days top 25°C and 1 in 18 pass 30°C. Nights average 21.5°C; one night in ten drops to 19.0°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest March day here reached 33.1°C (2018-03-20) and the coldest night 14.8°C (1996-03-11).

Rain in March

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 5 days with 1 mm or more, 23 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest March was 1998 with 81 mm, the driest 2015 with 4 mm. Humidity averages 71%.

Sea temperature in March

The sea averages 25.4°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 24.7°C to 26.1°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (29.6°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 7.8 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.8 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:34 and sets about 19:34 local time in mid-March. Average cloud cover is 34%.

Is March a good time to visit Varadero?

Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, manageable rain and long sunny days. The best months for Varadero on our scoring are February, March, April; months averaging 25°C or more: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Warm days, with some relief in the evenings

Pack mainly light clothing: 77% of March days reach 25°C, so warmth is the usual experience rather than something to hope for. Really hot days are less common, with only 6% reaching 30°C. That makes March a sensible choice if you like heat but would rather avoid the hottest conditions. Humidity averages 71%, though, so loose, breathable clothes and breaks in the shade are still useful around midday. Nights average 21.5°C, which should feel mild for most UK travellers. Bring a light layer as well as summer clothes, since the cooler nights can fall to 19°C or below.

Good swimming conditions, but leave room for rain

The sea is warm enough for swimming, making March a good fit if getting in the water matters more to you than simply sitting beside it. Sunshine averages about 7.8 hours out of 11.8 hours of daylight, leaving plenty of scope for time outdoors without promising clear skies all day. Rain is a possibility rather than the main drawback: about 5 days receive measurable rain during the month. Keep outdoor plans flexible, but there is little reason to organise the whole holiday around avoiding wet weather. Use the cooler parts of the day for longer spells outside, and keep sun protection handy even when cloud interrupts the sunshine.