Temperatures in March
It's hot in March in Arica with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 20°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Arica in March. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of March
The month of March starts in Arica with hot temperatures, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights close to 20°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-March
By mid-March, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 31°C, with nights close to 20°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Arica will be around 31°C, with nights close to 20°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
Precipitation in March
In March, there is an average of 187 mm of precipitation, spread over 21 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,1 cm falls as snow in March. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance this month is 68% per day. Though that seems frequent, there are also a few days with lower precipitation chances.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in March for Arica. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Arica in March |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
31°C | 11°C | |
 High Temp |
32°C | 14°C | |
| Low Temp |
29°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
187 mm | 55 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
21 days | 9 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
0,1 cm | 1,7 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 1 day | |
February
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is March a good time to visit Arica?
After some sun? Then March isn’t the best time to be in Arica. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Arica in March
With 36°C, Arica hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in March 2016. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 2°C to a high of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in March in Arica
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in March in Arica, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in March in Arica
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for Arica, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for March, you can expect around 21 days of rain in Arica.
Daily Snowfall in March in Arica
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in March in Arica, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in March.
Daily UV Index in March in Arica
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Arica, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in March in Arica Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in Arica, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in March in Arica Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in Arica, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in March in Arica per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in March in Arica, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in March for Arica
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Average Weather in Arica by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Arica. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
