Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for March
| Metric | Santo Domingo | San Juan | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 28°C (82°F) | 30°C (86°F)▲ | San Juan |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 21°C (70°F) | 23°C (73°F)▲ | San Juan |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 12 days | 12 days | Tie |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 39 mm▲ | 140 mm | Santo Domingo |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 11h/day▲ | 4h/day | Santo Domingo |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 78% | 78% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h | 15 km/h | Tie |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Santo Domingo edges ahead as the better destination in March. Santo Domingo offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 12 rain days, while San Juan sees 4 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.
Santo Domingo sits in the comfortable travel range at 28°C. San Juan runs hot at 30°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in March. Santo Domingo receives 7 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Santo Domingo reaches an average high of 28°C (82°F) and drops to 21°C (70°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
San Juan averages 30°C (86°F) for the high and 23°C (73°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in March.
Santo Domingo receives approximately 39 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during March. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
San Juan sees 140 mm over 12 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 78%.
Highs of 28°C, lows of 21°C, 12 rain days
Highs of 30°C, lows of 23°C, 12 rain days
Pack for both: lightweight breathable clothing, sunscreen SPF 50+, sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes, moisture-wicking fabrics. These items are useful in either destination during March.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. March is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Santo Domingo | San Juan | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 27°C | 12d | 28°C | 7d |
| Feb | 28°C | 11d | 29°C | 9d |
| Mar | 28°C | 12d | 30°C | 12d |
| Apr | 29°C | 16d | 31°C | 15d |
| May | 29°C | 21d | 32°C | 17d |
| Jun | 30°C | 22d | 32°C | 18d |
| Jul | 30°C | 22d | 32°C | 17d |
| Aug | 30°C | 22d | 31°C | 15d |
| Sep | 30°C | 21d | 30°C | 12d |
| Oct | 29°C | 22d | 29°C | 9d |
| Nov | 28°C | 16d | 28°C | 7d |
| Dec | 28°C | 12d | 28°C | 6d |
Santo Domingo Weather in March
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