Month guide · Saint Lucia
Saint Lucia in March
What March is really like in Saint Lucia: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
March is one of the best months to visit Saint Lucia. Expect average highs of 30°C (86°F), lows of 22°C (72°F), about 11 rainy days and roughly 12 hours of daylight. Among the driest months, with clear views of the Pitons and good hiking conditions.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 30°C (86°F) / 22°C (72°F)
- Rainy days
- About 11
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
- Sea temperature
- 26°C (79°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in March
March is the 8th-warmest month in Saint Lucia: days average 30°C (86°F) against a yearly average high of 30°C (86°F), and nights fall to about 22°C (72°F). Rain falls on roughly 11 of its 31 days. Compared with February (29°C (84°F)), March is about as warm; by April highs stay near 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 March)
- About 06:12
- Sunset (15 March)
- About 18:15
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
- Sea
- 26°C (79°F)
Dry season (December–April). Sunny, breezy and the most comfortable for hiking and beaches; peak prices and busy resorts, especially around Christmas and Easter.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, March rates 4 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: March is one of the pricier months.
Events in March
March has no major recurring festival in Saint Lucia, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in March
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Waterfront · Marigot Bay
Marigot Bay
Visit around sunset for drinks overlooking the bay, and use the small water taxi to reach the beach side.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Couples
- Views
- Photo spot
- Free
Viewpoint · Castries and Vigie
Morne Fortune and Fort Charlotte
The hill above Castries was fought over by Britain and France, and the 18th-century buildings of Fort Charlotte now house a college.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Views
- History
- Free
Nature · Soufrière
Toraille Waterfall
Bring swimwear and visit after lunch, when most tour groups have moved on.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- Nature
- Kids
- Outdoors
Experience · Rodney Bay and Gros Islet
Rainforest aerial tram and zip-lines at Chassin
At Chassin in Babonneau, inland from Castries, an aerial tram glides through the rainforest canopy with a naturalist guide, and zip-line courses cross the valley.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Expensive
- Kids
- Nature
- Active
- Outdoors
The sea averages 26°C (79°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Saint Lucia.
What to pack
For highs near 30°C, lows near 22°C and 11 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is March a good time to visit Saint Lucia?
One of the best months to visit Saint Lucia. The other best months are January–February and April. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is March a good time to visit Saint Lucia?
It is one of the best months to visit Saint Lucia. Among the driest months, with clear views of the Pitons and good hiking conditions.
+How warm is Saint Lucia in March?
Average highs are around 30°C (86°F) and lows around 22°C (72°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Saint Lucia in March?
Expect rain on about 11 days of the month.