Temperatures in March
It's pleasantly warm in March in Peru with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 12°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Peru 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 Peru with warm temperatures, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights close to 12°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
Mid-March
By mid-March, the average daytime temperature drops to around 22°C, with nights close to 12°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Peru will be around 22°C, with nights close to 11°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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Precipitation in March
In March, there is an average of 171 mm of precipitation, spread over 22 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
There’s an average 72% chance of precipitation per day this month. 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 Peru. 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.
Peru in March |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
22°C | 11°C | |
 High Temp |
23°C | 14°C | |
| Low Temp |
21°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
171 mm | 55 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
22 days | 9 days | |
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 Peru?
After some sun? Then March isn’t the best time to be in Peru. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Peru in March
With 31°C, Peru hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in March 2018. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2015. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 3°C to a high of 19°C.
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The climate of Peru is based on weather data from Lima. Other spots, like Cusco, Machu Picchu or Arequipa, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Peru for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in March in Peru
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in March in Peru, 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.
Weather experiences in March in Peru
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Daily Precipitation in March in Peru
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for Peru, 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 22 days of rain in Peru.
Daily UV Index in March in Peru
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Peru, 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 Peru Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in Peru, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in March in Peru Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in Peru, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in March for Peru
Click on a specific day in March for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Peru. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in March in Peru
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Showers fell regularly, but there were also unexpected moments of sunshine. Ideal for adventure lovers, but less ideal for sun worshippers. A package for all seasons!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Peru by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Peru. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
