British Virgin Islands weather
Our guide to the weather in the British Virgin Islands during March
We've looked at the most up-to-date weather data for the British Virgin Islands, covering the last 12 years up to 2024, plus we've asked our team of travel bloggers for their first-hand experiences in order to answer the most frequently asked questions about the British Virgin Islands weather in March.
How warm is it in the British Virgin Islands during March?
March is typically the coolest month in the British Virgin Islands, although we use the term cool in a relative sense! Expect heat, with the temperature hitting about 26℃ during the day, falling away to a balmy 25℃ at night. Of course, the high humidity will make it feel even hotter. The UV index will be high at this time of year, so protection against skin and eye damage is needed. Try to limit exposure between 10am and 4pm. Apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every few hours, even if it's cloudy, or more frequently after sweating or swimming, and wear UV-blocking sunglasses too, and bear in mind that bright surfaces, such as sand and water increase UV exposure.
Does it rain in the British Virgin Islands during March?
On average, there will be 3 rainy days during the month, amounting to 78.8mm in total. That's broadly comparable with the amount of rain we see in England during the summer months, and would be considered dry. Due to the high temperature and humidity, you might expect lots of thunderstorms, however they're actually fairly infrequent at this time of year. On average, March will see just 1 days that produce a storm.
Is it windy in the British Virgin Islands during March?
Expect moderate breeze becoming stronger at times during March, with occasional gusts up to 20mph. The high humidity and warm temperature will make the breeze feel warm, so any cooling effect will be limted.
How warm is the sea in the British Virgin Islands during March?
The water around the British Virgin Islands reaches a very pleasant 26℃ during March. This is very warm, and will feel bath-like. People who normally feel the cold will find this temperature perfectly acceptable. The hot air temperature and relatively high humidity will mean that you will feel comfortably warm when coming out of the water.
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