March · Vanuatu
Best time to visit Espiritu Santo in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Espiritu Santo in March
Average temperature 27°C, 360 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 83% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
6.6/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 360 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
March in Espiritu Santo scores 6.6/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 360 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Espiritu Santo is Vanuatu's largest island, known for blue holes, white beaches and the Coolidge wreck dive.
March in Espiritu Santo — middling scores, decent value
Days in March average 27°C (81°F) and humidity near 83% — 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 360 mm, but with about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 6.6/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 9/10 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.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, September is materially better in Espiritu Santo — 2.4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Espiritu Santo in March?
- In March, Espiritu Santo averages 27°C, 360 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.6/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Espiritu Santo?
- March earns a 6.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Espiritu Santo in March?
- Expect about 360 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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