The weather in March in Peru
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.
Looking for sun? March isn’t a good month to be in Peru. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of 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 Peru. 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 31°C in 2018, Peru reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 19°C.
Rainfall amount
In March, there is an average of 171 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in March for Peru
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Peru. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
March weather comparison
| Peru | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 22°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 23°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 9°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 171 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 19 days | 10 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Peru with warm temps, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights around 12°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps drop to around 22°C, with nights around 12°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Peru is around 22°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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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.
Check out the climate of Peru for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Peru is based on weather data from Lima. Other places, like Cusco, Machu Picchu or Arequipa, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Peru to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in March in Peru. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in March in Peru
Temperature in March in Peru over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March in Peru. 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 Peru
Total precipitation in March in Peru over the years
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.
Weather experiences in March in Peru
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There were frequent showers, 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.