Arequipa weather in March (Arequipa, Peru)
Thinking of visiting Arequipa in March? Check the weather first! Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.
Temperatures
The month of March in Arequipa typically includes moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 16°C, cooling down at night to around 8°C.
Precipitation
Arequipa in March falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 193 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 7 days of rain.Average sunshine
Enjoy a sunny month with about 247 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Arequipa. May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and March tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Arequipa climate page with graphs.
Arequipa, monthly averages in March
Where to go in Peru in March
Find out more about the weather in Peru and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Arequipa, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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