Argentina

Argentina Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Argentina in March.

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Buenos Aires San Carlos de Bariloche Salta Puerto Iguazú

Are you planning a trip a to Argentina in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Argentina in March

Argentina offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In March, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Los Glaciares National Park at 9°C (48°F) and very warm in Las Lomitas at 33°C (91°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Las Lomitas and 2°C (36°F) in Los Glaciares National Park.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Argentina, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Caleta Olivia with an average of 18 mm (0.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Chilecito with 399 mm (16 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this March. For example, Buenos Aires gets approximately 220 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Argentina in March

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Argentina

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Argentina?

Temperature range in Argentina (March)

Precipitation variation in Argentina (March)

Buenos Aires

In March Buenos Aires generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
220 hours
198 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Buenos Aires →

San Carlos de Bariloche

In March San Carlos de Bariloche generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
282 hours
242 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in San Carlos de Bariloche →

Mar del Plata

In March Mar del Plata generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
232 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
76 mm (3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mar del Plata →

Mendoza

In March Mendoza generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
233 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
75 mm (3 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mendoza →

Salta

In March Salta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
154 hours
142 hours
143 hours
Monthly rainfall
319 mm (13 in)
307 mm (12 in)
206 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Salta →

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Argentina in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Buenos Aires 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
San Carlos de Bariloche 18°C (64°F) 5°C (41°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Salta 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 307 mm (12 in)
Puerto Iguazú 31°C (88°F) 21°C (70°F) 153 mm (6 in)
San Rafael 27°C (81°F) 13°C (55°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Ushuaia 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)

Argentina weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Argentina in March?

Expect perfect weather across Argentina in March. The popular destination of Buenos Aires averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 16°C (61°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Argentina in March?

Average temperatures in Argentina during March range from a nighttime low near 16°C (61°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Buenos Aires.

Does Argentina get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Argentina during March, with Buenos Aires averaging close to 87 mm (3.4 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Argentina?

We believe that March is one of the best times to visit Argentina with overall perfect weather in Buenos Aires. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in March, April, May, September, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Buenos Aires. On the other hand, the months of January, June and July tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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