ChileAverage weather for Santiago in March
It's warm in March in Santiago with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 13°C.
Start of March
The month of March starts in Santiago with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 13°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps drop to around 27°C, with nights around 11°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 Santiago is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In March, there is an average of 11 mm of precipitation, spread over 1 day. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Santiago in March |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
26°C | 11°C | |
 Max. temperature |
29°C | 14°C | |
| Min. temperature |
23°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
11 mm | 63 mm | |
| Rainy days |
1 day | 10 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 Santiago?
Looking for great weather? March is a good time to be in Santiago. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2023, Santiago reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 14°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 18°C.
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Daily Temperature in March in Santiago
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in March for Santiago, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in March in Santiago
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for Santiago, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed 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 it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for March, you can expect about 1 day of precipitation in Santiago.
Daily UV index in March in Santiago
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Santiago, 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 Santiago over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in Santiago, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in March in Santiago over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in Santiago, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in March for Santiago
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Santiago. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Santiago by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Santiago. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
