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Fortaleza in March

Short answer

In March, Fortaleza averages highs of 31 °C (88 °F) and lows of 24 °C (75 °F), with about 337 mm of rain spread over roughly 20 days. March is one of the rainiest months of the year, so bring a rain jacket and keep some indoor activities in mind. Crowds tend to be low this month.

Climate · INMET (updated 2026)
Most reviewed activity in FortalezaMorro Branco, Fontes & Canoa Quebrada Beaches Tour★ 8.7 · 94 reviews · from US$ 20 · via CivitatisSee dates and price →
Temperature
31 / 24 °C
high / low
Rain
337 mm
20 days
Daylight
12h07
sunset at 17:46
Crowds
Low
season

What to expect in Fortaleza in March

Myllena Vieira, editor at Visite
Editor's tip

March brings fall to Fortaleza. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Highs reach 31 °C (88 °F): the heat calls for early starts, sunscreen, and spending the middle of the day in the shade or in the water. Crowds are light, which tends to work in favor of travelers: shorter lines, more peace and quiet, and cheaper lodging. It rains fairly often, so keep an indoor plan handy for gray days. If the dates line up, it is worth fitting Carnival in Fortaleza into your itinerary: it is what livens up the destination at that time of year.

Myllena Vieira · Editor at Visite
Crowds
Crowd level: low

A quiet period: short lines and room to move on the streets, ideal if you want to avoid the crowds.

Prices
Rates: low · ~R$ 369

Low season: usually the best time to find lodging and tickets at a better price. The average nightly rate for lodging in Fortaleza is around R$ 369 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.

Tours and tickets

Things to do in Fortaleza in March

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Morro Branco, Fontes & Canoa Quebrada Beaches Tour
8.7· 94 reviews

Morro Branco, Fontes & Canoa Quebrada Beaches Tour

Discover Ceará's most beautiful beaches all in the same day. Enjoy the spectacular shores of Morro Branco, Praia das Fontes & Canoa Quebrada.

9 h
from US$ 20
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Cumbuco Beach Day Trip
8.9· 58 reviews

Cumbuco Beach Day Trip

Fall in love with Cumbuco on this full-day trip from Fortaleza. In this paradise, you can relax next to the intense blue sea or adventure deep into the dunes.

9 h
from US$ 11
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Fortaleza Guided Tour
9.7· 47 reviews

Fortaleza Guided Tour

Want to learn more about the history and culture of Ceará? Don't miss this guided tour of Fortaleza. 18th-century monuments & a centenary baobab tree await!

3 h 30 min
from US$ 15
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Aguas Belas Beach Day Trip
8.4· 24 reviews

Aguas Belas Beach Day Trip

Enjoy the beaches of Aguas Belas, to the east of Fortaleza. Its white sand and warm, crystal-clear waters will make this beach trip an unforgettable experience.

11 h
from US$ 15
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Lagoinha Beach Day Trip
9.3· 15 reviews

Lagoinha Beach Day Trip

White sands, coconut palms, and crystalline waters all await you in Lagoinha. Discover this beautiful paradise with our trip to Fortaleza.

11 h
from US$ 17
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Beach Park Day Trip + Tickets
9.2· 15 reviews

Beach Park Day Trip + Tickets

Enjoy a full day at Beach Park, a popular coastal resort with a waterpark, restaurants, shops, and idyllic beaches. Admission tickets included!

8 h
from US$ 89
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Where to stay

Hotels in Fortaleza

March is low season in Fortaleza: rates drop and there are more rooms to choose from. A good time to get a better hotel for the same budget.

Hotel Gran Marquise in Fortaleza 9 ★★★★★ · 83 reviews Hotel Gran Marquise See on Booking → Hotel Sonata de Iracema in Fortaleza 9.1 ★★★★ · 41 reviews Hotel Sonata de Iracema See on Booking → Holiday Inn Fortaleza By IHG in Fortaleza 8.7 ★★★★ · 35 reviews Holiday Inn Fortaleza By IHG See on Booking → Afago Mareiro Hotel in Fortaleza 8.6 ★★★★ · 24 reviews Afago Mareiro Hotel See on Booking →
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Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.

What happens in March

Carnival in Fortaleza
Street celebrations with blocos (street parties), maracatu and the traditional parade on Avenida Domingos Olímpio.

What to pack in March

Light clothing and a cap · highs of 31 °C (88 °F) Rain jacket or umbrella · 20 days of rain in the month Sunscreen and sunglasses · strong sun on the tours Quick-dry clothing · humidity of 83% Comfortable walking shoes · you will be on foot much of the day
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Questions about Fortaleza in March

What is the weather like in Fortaleza in March?
In March, Fortaleza averages highs of 31 °C (88 °F) and lows of 24 °C (75 °F), with about 337 mm of rain spread over roughly 20 days. March is one of the rainiest months of the year, so bring a rain jacket and keep some indoor activities in mind. Crowds tend to be low this month.
Does it rain a lot in Fortaleza in March?
In March, Fortaleza gets about 337 mm of rain spread over around 20 rainy days, wetter than the average for the year. Bring a rain jacket and have an indoor backup plan.
Is March high season in Fortaleza?
Crowds in March tend to be low. Low season: usually the best time to find lodging and tickets at a better price.
What is happening in Fortaleza in March?
March brings Carnival in Fortaleza. Confirm the dates and book early if they overlap with your trip.
Does it usually rain all day in Fortaleza in March?
INMET's climate normals record the number of rainy days and the total millimeters, not the hours of each day, so they do not say how long the rain lasts. What they show for Fortaleza in March: 20 rainy days in a month of 31 days (about 65% of the days) and 337 mm over the month, which works out to an average of about 17 mm per rainy day. Compared with the rest of the year, March is wetter than the destination's average. Bring a rain jacket and have an indoor backup plan for the rainy days.
What is the temperature in Fortaleza in March, and what should you pack?
According to INMET's climate normals, the average high in Fortaleza in March is 31 °C and the average low is 24 °C, with air humidity of around 83%. Compared with the rest of the year, the temperature in March is typical for the destination. For your suitcase, here is what those numbers call for: light clothing and a cap; rain jacket or umbrella; sunscreen and sunglasses.
Is Fortaleza worth visiting in March?
Less favorable time to visit. On our weather comfort index, which weighs rain, heat and humidity from INMET's climate normals, March scores 34 out of 100 and ranks No. 10 among the 12 months. The most comfortable month is September (77) and the least comfortable is April (33). As for crowds, in March they tend to be low.
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