March · Congo
Best time to visit Pointe-Noire in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Pointe-Noire in March
Average temperature 27°C, 237 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 87% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
3.7/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 237 mm
- Humidity
- 87%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
March in Pointe-Noire scores 3.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 237 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Pointe-Noire is the Republic of the Congo's Atlantic port, with broad beaches, fishing activity, coastal neighborhoods, and access toward protected shorelines.
March in Pointe-Noire — off-season conditions
Days in March average 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 87% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 237 mm, but with about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 3.7/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 9.1/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Pointe-Noire — 5.4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Pointe-Noire in March?
- In March, Pointe-Noire averages 27°C, 237 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.7/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Pointe-Noire?
- March earns a 3.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Pointe-Noire in March?
- Expect about 237 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 87% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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