ChileThe weather in March in Calama
It's pleasantly warm in March in Calama with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 7°C and 10°C.
Looking for great weather? March is a good time to be in Calama. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in March for Calama, Chile. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 29°C in 2016, Calama reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 10°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -4°C to a highest value of 20°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In March, there is an average of 24 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,1 cm falls as snow in March. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in March for Calama
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Calama. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
March weather comparison
| Calama | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 22°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 22°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 7°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 24 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 6 days | 10 days |
| Total snowfall | 0,1 cm | 7 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 4 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Calama with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 9°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps stay steady at around 22°C, with nights around 10°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Calama is around 22°C, while nighttime temps are about 9°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in March in Calama, Chile. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in March in Calama
Temperature in March in Calama over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March in Calama, Chile. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in March in Calama
Total precipitation in March in Calama over the years
Daily Snowfall in March in Calama
Snowfall in March in Calama per year
Daily UV index in March in Calama
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Calama, 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.
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Average weather in Calama by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Calama. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.