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Riobamba in March 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Riobamba 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 Riobamba, Ecuador.

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Riobamba in March 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Riobamba in March in summary
Very bad weather
Min 5°C Max 15°C 577 mm 28 day(s) 94% 52% 9.8 h/day 17.2 cm
Best activities in March
Gastronomy
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 06:20 18:27
Hourly weather

Average weather in Riobamba in March 2027

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The weather in Riobamba 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 Riobamba in March

Temperatures, precipitation, snow and monthly trends help better understand the climate in Riobamba in March.

Temperatures and rain in Riobamba in March

Average daily weather

Temperatures, rain and snow day by day in March, with a separate scale for snow.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall Daily snow

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 Riobamba in March

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Riobamba in March

Check the seasonal normals in Riobamba 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 9.9°C 9.9°C 9.7°C
Maximum temperature 14.9°C 14.9°C 14.5°C
Minimum temperature 5.0°C 5.0°C 4.8°C
Record maximum temperature 23.0°C
(2018)
19.0°C
(2011)
21.0°C
(2018)
Record low temperature 1.0°C
(2016)
1.0°C
(2010)
1.0°C
(2013)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 3 day(s)
(10%)
2 day(s)
(6%)
2 day(s)
(7%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Wind
Wind speed 7 km/h 7 km/h 7 km/h
Wind temperature 4.3°C 4.4°C 4.0°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 484.3 mm 577.1 mm 542.6 mm
Number of days with precipitation 28 day(s)
(97%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
30 day(s)
(100%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 24 day(s)
(83%)
28 day(s)
(91%)
27 day(s)
(88%)
Record precipitation in one day 81.9 mm
(2012)
77.1 mm
(2012)
93.6 mm
(2010)
Other weather data
Humidity 94% 94% 94%
Visibility 8.1 km 8.0 km 7.9 km
Cloud cover 50% 52% 54%
UV index 2 2 2
Daily sunshine 10h 10h 10h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h24 06h20 06h12
Sunset time 18h33 18h27 18h16
Day length 12h09 12h07 12h04
Our opinion on the climate in March
The review of Where And When adverse weather very bad weather very bad weather
Activities and events

What to do in Riobamba in March?

Best activities in March
Gastronomy
Possible activities in March
Cultural visits and heritageNature and landscapes
Activities not recommended in March
Hiking and trekking
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Riobamba in March last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Cloudy
9°C18°C2.9 mm
2
Overcast
9°C17°C5.0 mm
3
Partly Cloudy
9°C17°C2.7 mm
4
Partly Cloudy
10°C17°C3.2 mm
5
Moderate or heavy rain shower
9°C14°C7.9 mm
6
Patchy rain nearby
9°C14°C3.1 mm
7
Partly Cloudy
9°C19°C0.2 mm
8
Cloudy
10°C18°C1.4 mm
9
Moderate rain at times
7°C14°C4.2 mm
10
Partly Cloudy
7°C19°C0.0 mm
11
Partly Cloudy
8°C18°C0.2 mm
12
Partly Cloudy
8°C18°C2.8 mm
13
Partly Cloudy
8°C16°C8.4 mm
14
Partly Cloudy
10°C19°C9.0 mm
15
Patchy rain nearby
11°C14°C3.9 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
8°C18°C0.1 mm
17
Partly Cloudy
8°C15°C1.3 mm
18
Cloudy
8°C16°C7.2 mm
19
Partly Cloudy
9°C19°C0.0 mm
20
Cloudy
10°C18°C0.3 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
9°C17°C2.4 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
10°C17°C0.7 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
10°C15°C0.5 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
9°C16°C0.7 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
9°C17°C5.7 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
9°C15°C1.6 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
9°C16°C1.8 mm
28
Cloudy
9°C15°C1.3 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
11°C15°C3.6 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
7°C15°C6.9 mm
31
Moderate or heavy snow showers
3°C15°C4.0 mm2.9 cm
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Where to go near Riobamba in March?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Riobamba in March: your frequently asked questions

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

Not really. The weather conditions are unfavorable in Riobamba in March, which places this month 3th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 15°C during the day and 5°C at night, with about 577 mm of precipitation spread over 28 rainy days.

Expect about 9.8 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

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

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 16/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.
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