What March feels like in Sao Paulo
In Sao Paulo, March brings early autumn (Sao Paulo is in the southern hemisphere, so the seasons run opposite to Europe and North America). Days are warm enough for short sleeves, and time outdoors is easy. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights stay mild and the temperature hardly changes after dark. Thick, humid air means clothes cling and the heat feels stronger than the number.
Rain in Sao Paulo in March
Dry days are the exception, with rain on most days. A rainy day brings about 7 mm (0.3 in) on average — steady rain rather than a passing shower. The yearly figure is similar, around 8.2 mm per wet day.
Daylight and sunshine in March
Mid-month, Sao Paulo gets 12 h 16 min of daylight, from sunrise near 6:08 am to sunset near 6:24 pm. Compared with mid-February, the day has lost 38 min. The sun is out for roughly 77% of those daylight hours, so there are plenty of bright spells.
How March compares to the rest of the year
March is the 4th warmest month of the year in Sao Paulo. Against February, the average high is 0.9°C (1.6°F) lower, with 25 mm less rain. The cooling trend carries on into April. By April, typical highs are 24.4°C (75.9°F).
Who March suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Sao Paulo in March
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Sunglasses
Plenty of sun, so bring sunglasses and a cap.
Quick questions
How warm is Sao Paulo in March?
Expect around 26.3°C (79.3°F) in the afternoon and 18.4°C (65.1°F) at night, which most visitors would call warm.
Does it rain a lot in Sao Paulo in March?
Quite a lot — 133 mm spread over about 19 days.
What should I wear in Sao Paulo in March?
Based on the averages: rain protection and sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is March or April better for visiting Sao Paulo?
April, clearly: it ranks #6 of 12 among Sao Paulo's months, against #9 for the other. April is cooler and has fewer rainy days.