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March in Elqui Valley brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 17°C (63°F) and nights around 8°C (46°F). Expect around 25 mm (1 in) of rainfall during the month.
If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, March is one of the best months to visit Elqui Valley.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Elqui Valley typically stay consistent throughout March, with daily highs averaging around 17°C (63°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 12°C (54°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Elqui Valley spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 50 years of weather observations in Elqui Valley between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Chile and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Chile in March →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
For Elqui Valley in March, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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