Port of Spain in March
Great time to visit
Post-carnival calm with good weather and reasonable prices. Perfect for experiencing the real Trinidad without the madness - just watch for increasing heat and humidity.
Weather
March starts the transition to warmer weather with temperatures climbing to 32°C. Humidity begins to increase and you'll see occasional afternoon showers. Still mostly dry with pleasant trade winds.
32°C high24°C low9 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$70/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Spiritual Baptist Liberation Day
- •Post-carnival cultural events
March Tips
- •Great month for beach trips to Maracas Bay
- •Pack a light rain jacket for sudden showers
- •Prices drop significantly after carnival season
All Months
Carnival season (January through March) is when Port of Spain becomes the center of the Caribbean universe. But here's the thing — hotel prices triple and the city goes completely mad. If you want the full cultural experience, come for Carnival. If you want to actually see the city without fighting crowds, avoid February entirely. The dry season from December through May offers the best weather — less humidity, minimal rain, and trade winds that actually provide relief. June through November brings the rainy season, but afternoon showers often clear quickly and everything stays green. Hurricane season technically runs June to November, but Trinidad sits south of the main hurricane belt. The wettest months are June and July, when flooding can shut down parts of the city. December through April also brings cooler evenings perfect for outdoor dining and street festivals. Just remember — this is the tropics, so 'cool' means 75°F instead of 85°F.
Port of Spain Scores
Solo
6/10
Couples
6/10
Families
7/10
Adventure
5/10
Budget
7/10
Luxury
5/10
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