Maceió in March

In March, Maceió averages 29°C (84°F) during the day and 25°C (77°F) at night, with frequent rain — about 29 days of the month see precipitation (124 mm total).

Shoulder

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

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

29°C
Avg high
25°C
Avg low
29
Rain days
124 mm
Rainfall

How March compares to the rest of the year in Maceió

2nd
warmest month of the 12
4th
wettest month of the 12
10%
of yearly rainfall falls in March
12 h 10 min
daylight on the 15th

March is one of the warmest months in Maceió (2nd of 12) and moderately rainy compared to the rest of the year (4th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 1°C above the annual average (28°C). March runs roughly the same as February (29°C) and stays flat into April.

March sunrise & sunset in Maceió

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
5:27 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
5:36 PM
Day length
12 h 10 min

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

Photography light in Maceió — March

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

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
4:27 AM – 5:07 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
5:07 AM – 6:07 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
4:56 PM – 5:56 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
5:56 PM – 6:36 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Fair
Core only briefly above the horizon — a marginal month even from dark sites near Maceió.

📅 When to book — Maceió 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 Maceió'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 Maceió

Shoulder

Maceió 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 Maceió

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
12.9
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 Maceió — March

29.7°C (85°F)
bath-warm
tropical and comfortable for hours

Across the year Maceió's sea swings from 26.6°C (July) to 29.7°C (March) — March sits at 29.7°C.

Maceió in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 29°C / 84°F 25°C / 76°F 67 mm 28
February 29°C / 84°F 25°C / 77°F 64 mm 26
March 29°C / 84°F 25°C / 77°F 124 mm 29
April 29°C / 83°F 25°C / 77°F 113 mm 28
May 28°C / 82°F 24°C / 76°F 189 mm 30
June 27°C / 80°F 24°C / 74°F 188 mm 30
July 26°C / 79°F 23°C / 73°F 148 mm 30
August 26°C / 79°F 23°C / 73°F 114 mm 29
September 27°C / 80°F 23°C / 74°F 78 mm 27
October 28°C / 82°F 24°C / 75°F 61 mm 27
November 29°C / 84°F 24°C / 76°F 61 mm 25
December 29°C / 84°F 25°C / 76°F 61 mm 24

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Maceió in March?

In March, Maceió averages a high of 29°C (84°F) and a low of 25°C (77°F) — generally warm.

Does it rain a lot in Maceió in March?

March is quite rainy in Maceió, with about 29 rainy days on average.

Is March a good time to visit Maceió?

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 Maceió in March?

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

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