March · Colombia
Best time to visit Santa Marta in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Santa Marta in March
Average temperature 28°C, 16 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 68% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
9.9/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 16 mm
- Humidity
- 68%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
March in Santa Marta scores 9.9/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 28°C, 16 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Santa Marta is Colombia's Caribbean base, with a colonial centre and the Sierra Nevada and Tayrona close.
March in Santa Marta — one of the year's strongest windows (2nd)
Days in March average 28°C (82°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
With around 16 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.9 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Santa Marta at 9.9/10 (2nd of 12), just behind February at 9.9/10.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Santa Marta in March?
- In March, Santa Marta averages 28°C, 16 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.9/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Santa Marta?
- March earns a 9.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Santa Marta in March?
- Expect about 16 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 68% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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