Belém in March

In March, Belém averages 29°C (84°F) during the day and 24°C (75°F) at night, with frequent rain — about 31 days of the month see precipitation (468 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are warm and beach-friendly. Expect daily rain or showers, often in heavy bursts.

March offers comfortable temperatures in Belém, with some rain to plan around.

29°C
Avg high
24°C
Avg low
31
Rain days
468 mm
Rainfall

How March compares to the rest of the year in Belém

12th
warmest month of the 12
2nd
wettest month of the 12
19%
of yearly rainfall falls in March
12 h 7 min
daylight on the 15th

March is one of the coolest months in Belém (12th of 12) and one of the wettest months (2nd of 12). Daytime temperature runs 2°C below the annual average (30°C). March runs roughly the same as February (29°C) and stays flat into April.

March sunrise & sunset in Belém

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
6:19 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
6:26 PM
Day length
12 h 7 min

Times shown for Belém local time (America/Belem), calculated for the 15th of March. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Belém — March

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of March, in Belém's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
5:19 AM – 5:59 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
5:59 AM – 6:59 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
5:46 PM – 6:46 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
6:46 PM – 7:26 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Fair
Core only briefly above the horizon — a marginal month even from dark sites near Belém.

📅 When to book — Belém in March

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on March's tier (Shoulder) and Belém's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.

March in Brazil — events that affect travel

Known cultural, religious, or national events that surge prices, fill hotels, or close businesses during this month. Plan around them, or build your itinerary around the ones you'd like to see.

🇧🇷
Rio Carnival
Festival · high impact

The biggest party on earth — 5 days of all-night samba, blocos, and the Sambadrome. Rio hotels triple in price and book out 6 months ahead. Salvador and Recife host smaller versions.

Plan: Plan accommodation 6+ months ahead. The Sambadrome parades need separate tickets. Bring comfortable shoes.

Crowds & pricing — March in Belém

Shoulder

Belém is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Sun & mosquito risk — March in Belém

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
13
Extreme
Stay indoors during midday hours; SPF 50+ even briefly outside, UPF clothing, wide-brim hat, sunglasses essential.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●●●●
Severe
Severe mosquito season with active disease transmission risk. DEET 30%+, picaridin 20%, long sleeves day and night, treated nets, and check CDC/WHO travel advisories before going.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

Sea temperature in Belém — March

29.5°C (85°F)
bath-warm
tropical and comfortable for hours

Belém's sea temperature barely shifts through the year — within 1.0°C of itself, month to month.

Belém in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 29°C / 85°F 24°C / 75°F 277 mm 31
February 29°C / 84°F 24°C / 75°F 353 mm 28
March 29°C / 84°F 24°C / 75°F 468 mm 31
April 29°C / 84°F 24°C / 75°F 464 mm 30
May 30°C / 86°F 24°C / 76°F 274 mm 31
June 30°C / 86°F 24°C / 75°F 134 mm 29
July 31°C / 87°F 24°C / 75°F 94 mm 26
August 32°C / 89°F 24°C / 75°F 46 mm 24
September 32°C / 90°F 24°C / 75°F 45 mm 24
October 32°C / 90°F 24°C / 76°F 61 mm 26
November 32°C / 89°F 25°C / 76°F 89 mm 23
December 31°C / 87°F 24°C / 76°F 175 mm 26

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Belém in March?

In March, Belém averages a high of 29°C (84°F) and a low of 24°C (75°F) — generally warm.

Does it rain a lot in Belém in March?

March is quite rainy in Belém, with about 31 rainy days on average.

Is March a good time to visit Belém?

March is warm but on the rainy side. It suits travelers who are comfortable with warm weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Belém in March?

Pack lightweight, breathable clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket. See the full March packing list for Belém for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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