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Machala in March 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Machala in March 2027? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether March is a good month to travel to Machala, Ecuador.

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Machala in March 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Machala in March in summary
Fair weather
Min 22°C Max 29°C 275 mm 12 day(s) 91% 47% 27°C UV 6 10.0 h/day
Best activities in March
Cultural visits and heritageGastronomy
Practical guidelines
Low crowds 06:25 18:32
Hourly weather

Average weather in Machala in March 2027

Fair weather

The weather in Machala in March 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in March. This allows you to forecast the weather in March 2027. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Machala in March

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Machala in March.

Temperatures and rain in Machala in March

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in March.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of March is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Machala in March

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Machala in March

Check the seasonal normals in Machala in March and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
March
Weather data February March April
Outside temperature
Average temperature 25.5°C 25.4°C 25.3°C
Maximum temperature 28.7°C 28.7°C 28.6°C
Minimum temperature 22.3°C 22.2°C 22.1°C
Record maximum temperature 32.0°C
(2010)
32.0°C
(2010)
32.0°C
(2009)
Record low temperature 18.0°C
(2009)
17.0°C
(2009)
17.0°C
(2009)
Number of days at +30° 10 day(s)
(34%)
9 day(s)
(29%)
10 day(s)
(33%)
Number of days at +18° 28 day(s)
(97%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
30 day(s)
(100%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 25.6°C 25.1°C 25.4°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 24.1°C 23.4°C 23.4°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 27.2°C 27.0°C 27.5°C
Wind
Wind speed 8 km/h 8 km/h 9 km/h
Wind temperature 22.3°C 22.2°C 22.1°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 200.5 mm 275.5 mm 102.2 mm
Number of days with precipitation 24 day(s)
(83%)
25 day(s)
(81%)
20 day(s)
(67%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 11 day(s)
(37%)
12 day(s)
(37%)
6 day(s)
(20%)
Record precipitation in one day 86.0 mm
(2009)
147.5 mm
(2021)
59.3 mm
(2020)
Other weather data
Humidity 90% 91% 90%
Visibility 8.9 km 8.8 km 9.2 km
Cloud cover 49% 47% 43%
UV index 6 6 6
Daily sunshine 10h 10h 10h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h27 06h25 06h19
Sunset time 18h40 18h32 18h21
Day length 12h13 12h07 12h02
Our opinion on the climate in March
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Activities and events

What to do in Machala in March?

Best activities in March
Cultural visits and heritageGastronomy
Possible activities in March
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationNature and landscapes
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Machala in March last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Machala in March 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Overcast
24°C27°C8.6 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
24°C27°C5.5 mm
3
Moderate rain at times
23°C28°C8.6 mm
4
Overcast
24°C29°C1.2 mm
5
Moderate or heavy rain shower
23°C27°C9.3 mm
6
Patchy rain nearby
23°C27°C2.2 mm
7
Partly Cloudy
23°C28°C4.4 mm
8
Overcast
25°C29°C0.7 mm
9
Cloudy
25°C28°C1.0 mm
10
Patchy rain nearby
25°C28°C4.5 mm
11
Partly Cloudy
24°C29°C1.4 mm
12
Patchy rain nearby
25°C28°C0.3 mm
13
Partly Cloudy
24°C28°C1.7 mm
14
Moderate or heavy rain shower
24°C28°C6.7 mm
15
Partly Cloudy
24°C28°C0.5 mm
16
Cloudy
24°C28°C2.9 mm
17
Partly Cloudy
23°C28°C3.3 mm
18
Patchy rain nearby
24°C28°C0.7 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
24°C28°C0.2 mm
20
Overcast
25°C28°C1.0 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
25°C28°C0.1 mm
22
Overcast
25°C29°C0.1 mm
23
Partly Cloudy
25°C28°C1.6 mm
24
Overcast
24°C29°C0.0 mm
25
Cloudy
24°C29°C0.1 mm
26
Heavy rain at times
25°C29°C5.1 mm
27
Overcast
24°C28°C5.0 mm
28
Partly Cloudy
24°C29°C7.2 mm
29
Cloudy
24°C26°C2.4 mm
30
Overcast
24°C30°C3.7 mm
31
Light rain shower
23°C28°C2.4 mm
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Where to go near Machala in March?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Machala in March: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

It's an average period, nothing special. Conditions are mediocre in Machala in March, which ranks this month 12th out of 12. The choice of region will make a real difference.

Expect an average of 29°C during the day and 22°C at night, with about 275 mm of precipitation spread over 12 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 25°C on average in March, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 10.0 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Cultural visits and heritage and Gastronomy. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

No: this month is in Low crowds, with a visitor index of 27/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Machala are: January, February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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