Peru in march: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Peru in march 2025
Below, check out the weather forecast for march for most popular cities in Peru. These predictions are statistics for march from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in march in Lima
perfect weather UV index: 7
Weather at 6am
74°F
Partly Cloudy
48% of time
37%
11%
3%
Weather at 12pm
81°F
Clear/Sunny
64% of time
33%
3%
1%
Weather at 6pm
72°F
Partly Cloudy
50% of time
37%
8%
5%
Weather at 3am
70°F
49%
32%
11%
6%
Where to go in Peru in march?
Where to go in Peru in march: destination map
Where to go in each region in march?
| Altiplano (Puno, Juliaca, Parque Nacional Bahuaja Sonene...) | 59°F to 86°F | 4 à 24 days | tolerable weather* | |
| Andes Cordillera (Ayacucho, Huaraz, Huancayo...) | 50°F to 81°F | 11 à 26 days | very bad weather* | |
| Central Coast of Peru (Lima, San Vicente de Cañete, Barranca...) | 74°F to 81°F | 0 à 2 days | 70°F to 72°F | perfect weather |
| North Coast of Peru (Chiclayo, Máncora, Chimbote...) | 77°F to 92°F | 1 à 12 days | 72°F to 77°F | good weather* |
| Peruvian Amazon (eastern Peru) (Iquitos, Pucallpa, Puerto Maldonado...) | 70°F to 90°F | 12 à 24 days | bad weather* | |
| Sacred Valley of the Incas (Cusco) (Machu Picchu, Cusco, Vinicunca...) | 52°F to 65°F | 8 à 27 days | tolerable weather* | |
| Southern Coast of Peru (Arequipa, Tacna, Paracas...) | 65°F to 79°F | 0 à 5 days | 68°F to 76°F | perfect weather* |
Where should you go in Peru in march when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Peru in march ranges from perfect to bad depending on the region and city.
On the month of march the weather in Peru is perfect, but in Lima only. Thus, in Lima these ideal weather conditions will allow you to savor fully your trip: the sun is guaranteed, precipitations are scarce and the humidity is bearable. It is therefore the ideal month to go to this city!
However, the weather is good in Canyon de Colca, Máncora and Arequipa. In these areas, temperatures are still suitable and allow you to visit - and why not do a bit of sunbathing in the sun!
If you do not go lazing in the sun, but, for example for hiking, the cities of Titicaca lake (Juliaca), Cusco, Machu Picchu and Puno have a just ok weather for it in march. Eventually, we advise you to avoid you get in Huaraz and Iquitos that month because the climate is bad.
Climate in Peru in march
Climate in Lima in march
In march, the mean temperature in Lima is 77°F (maximum temperature is 81°F and minimum temperature is 74°F). The climate quite enjoyable in this location in this month. With 0.4in over 0 days, rainfall is infrequent during your journey.
With ideal weather conditions, march is a recommended time to go in that area.
| March | |||
| Average temperature | 77°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 81°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 74°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 70°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.4in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 0 day(s) (0%) | ||
| Humidity | 83% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 32% | ||
| Length of day | 12:10 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in Arequipa in march
In march, maximum temperature is 65°F and minimum temperature is 56°F (for an average temperature of 61°F). The climate is rather cold in that locality in the month of march, but it is livable by dressing hot. With 3.7in over 5 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your trip. But this is rather moderate and it will not be continuous.
With a good weather, the month of march is a good time to go there.
| March | |||
| Average temperature | 61°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 65°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 56°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.7in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 5 day(s) (16%) | ||
| Humidity | 80% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 41% | ||
| Length of day | 12:11 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Cusco in march
In the month of march, maximum temperature is 59°F and minimum temperature is 47°F (for an average temperature of 52°F). The climate is rather cold in that locality in march, but it is bearable when dressing cosy. With 8.5in over 14 days, rainfall can happen throughout your stay. But this is reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With a correct climate, the month of march is okay (but not good month) for traveling there.
| March | |||
| Average temperature | 52°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 59°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 47°F | ||
| Rainfall | 8.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 14 day(s) (46%) | ||
| Humidity | 86% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 41% | ||
| Length of day | 12:10 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Iquitos in march
In the month of march, maximum temperature is 88°F and minimum temperature is 76°F (for an average temperature of 81°F). The climate quite good in that area in the month of march. With 17.8in over 21 days, you will suffer the rain throughout your journey. So remember to bring Rain coats.
| March | |||
| Average temperature | 81°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 88°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 76°F | ||
| Rainfall | 17.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 21 day(s) (67%) | ||
| Humidity | 97% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 64% | ||
| Length of day | 12:07 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Machu Picchu in march
In the month of march, maximum temperature is 61°F and minimum temperature is 52°F (for an average temperature of 56°F). The climate is relatively cool in this city in march, but it is bearable when dressing cosy. With 5.2in over 8 days, you will experience some showers during your holidays. But this is reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With proper weather, the month of march is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in this city.
| March | |||
| Average temperature | 56°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 61°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 52°F | ||
| Rainfall | 5.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 8 day(s) (27%) | ||
| Humidity | 84% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 35% | ||
| Length of day | 12:10 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
All cities in Peru in march
| Lima in march | perfect weather |
| Arequipa in march | good weather |
| Cusco in march | tolerable weather |
| Iquitos in march | bad weather |
| Machu Picchu in march | good weather |
| Ayacucho in march | tolerable weather |
| Barranca in march | perfect weather |
| Chiclayo in march | perfect weather |
| Chimbote in march | perfect weather |
| Huancayo in march | very bad weather |
| Huaraz in march | very bad weather |
| Juliaca in march | tolerable weather |
| Máncora in march | good weather |
| Paracas in march | perfect weather |
| Parque Nacional Bahuaja Sonene in march | very bad weather |
| Pucallpa in march | tolerable weather |
| Puerto Maldonado in march | tolerable weather |
| Puno in march | tolerable weather |
| San Vicente de Cañete in march | perfect weather |
| Tacna in march | perfect weather |
| Vinicunca in march | very bad weather |
Weather data for Peru in march:
Weather data for Peru in march is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Peru. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Peru can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Peru.