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Salar de Uyuni Weather in March
March in Salar de Uyuni brings pleasant temperatures around 19°C (66°F) during the day, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night, with some rainfall expected.
Rainfall in Salar de Uyuni in March
Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 10 days of rain, averaging 36 mm (1.4 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.
Temperature in Salar de Uyuni in March
Daytime temperatures in Salar de Uyuni reach 19°C (66°F) in March, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 3°C (37°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April, September, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
Salar de Uyuni Temperature in March
Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Chance of Rain
32%
Precipitation
36 mm (1.4 in)
Rainy days
10 days
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Historical weather records for Salar de Uyuni in March
Browse day-by-day weather records for Salar de Uyuni spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Salar de Uyuni historical weather extremes in March
According to our 20 years of weather records for Salar de Uyuni, the following extremes were recorded between 2006 and 2026.
- The warmest day in March was on March 1, 2023, with a maximum of 25°C (77°F).
- Salar de Uyuni experienced its chilliest March day on March 15, 2022, reaching only 9°C (48°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in March was -4°C (25°F) (March 30, 2014).
Best Places in Bolivia in March
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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).
What to Wear in Salar de Uyuni in March
Pleasant temperatures in March mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella for occasional showers.
What To Do in Salar de Uyuni in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping5/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
Salar de Uyuni 3-Day Forecast
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