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Chachapoyas Weather in March
March in Chachapoyas brings pleasant temperatures around 20°C (68°F) during the day, dropping to 11°C (52°F) at night, with the most rainfall of the year.
Rainfall in Chachapoyas in March
Chachapoyas is in the rainy season in March, with rain on around 16 days and an average of 311 mm (12 in). The rain this month falls heavily when it arrives, so waterproofs are worth keeping handy.
Temperature in Chachapoyas in March
Daytime highs in Chachapoyas in March reach 20°C (68°F), with nights around 11°C (52°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. At 11°C (52°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June and August typically offer the best weather for Chachapoyas.
Chachapoyas Temperature in March
Min Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
55%
Precipitation
311 mm (12 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Chachapoyas Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Chachapoyas in March
Browse day-by-day weather records for Chachapoyas spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Chachapoyas historical weather extremes in March
Based on 20 years of weather observations (2006-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Chachapoyas.
- Chachapoyas recorded its highest March temperature of 24°C (75°F) on March 25, 2024.
- Chachapoyas experienced its chilliest March day on March 21, 2021, reaching only 13°C (55°F).
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to 7°C (45°F) on March 14, 2012, marking the coldest March night on record.
- The heaviest March precipitation occurred on March 28, 2015, when 100 mm (3.9 in) of precipitation fell.
Best Places in Peru in March
Find out more about the weather in Peru and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Peru 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 Chachapoyas in March
Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in March. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions.
What To Do in Chachapoyas in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Camping6/10
Chachapoyas 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in March
Where to go in March - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Iquitos
31°C (88°F) Trujillo
26°C (79°F) Lima
25°C (77°F) Arequipa
16°C (61°F) Puno15°C (59°F) Machu Picchu16°C (61°F) Cusco16°C (61°F) Urubamba14°C (57°F) Bucket list
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