Maceio Weather in March

March weather

March is hot and sticky in Maceió, with daytime highs around 31°C and warm nights. Showers are common, though they often leave time for a beach visit or a stroll along Ponta Verde. Expect around six hours of sun a day, with clouds and rain interrupting the bright spells.

The sea and sand still make an easy day out, and a cloudy spell can suit a visit to the Museu Théo Brandão. But don't count on an uninterrupted beach day: rain falls on 16 days on average. April is wetter, while February is a little hotter and drier.

What to do

If you hate crowds, March can be calmer than the peak summer holiday months, especially after Carnaval. Prices may ease too, though they vary with local holidays and demand. Carnaval's dates change each year, so it can land in March; expect livelier streets and busier stays if it does. Easter and its school break can also fall in March in some years.

Travelling with kids? Head to Pajuçara's natural pools when the tide is right, and keep a flexible plan for passing showers. The pools are reached by jangadas, small local sailing rafts, from the beach.

A local tip

Ask a jangada operator at Pajuçara about the tide before setting out. The pools are best reached at low tide, and a rainy morning can make it worth swapping the boat trip for lunch nearby. Try sururu, a local shellfish often served in a stew.

For a drier-weather trip, September to December are the better months overall. In March, leave room in your plans for a wet afternoon rather than trying to squeeze every outing into one beach day.