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Chivay Weather in March
March in Chivay sees daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and lows of 1°C (34°F) at night. Being part of the rainy season, heavy rainfall is a regular part of the day, so pack accordingly.
Rainfall in Chivay in March
As part of the rainy season, Chivay sees around 13 days of rain in March, with an average of 186 mm (7.3 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.
Temperature in Chivay in March
Daytime highs in Chivay in March reach 12°C (54°F), with nights around 1°C (34°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights fall to 1°C (34°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Chivay. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Chivay Temperature in March
Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Chance of Rain
42%
Precipitation
186 mm (7.3 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Chivay Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
48-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Chivay typically stay consistent throughout March, with daily highs averaging around 12°C (54°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 10°C (50°F).
Average temperatures in March
Historical weather records for Chivay in March
Browse day-by-day weather records for Chivay spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Chivay historical weather extremes in March
Based on weather observations in Chivay between 1991 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during March.
- The warmest day in March was on March 31, 2016, with a maximum of 27°C (81°F).
- The lowest daytime temperature in March was 12°C (54°F), recorded on March 19, 2003.
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to -3°C (27°F) on March 17, 2022, marking the coldest March night on record.
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 Chivay in March
The weather can be unpredictable in March, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.
What To Do in Chivay in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Barbeque4/10 -
Camping3/10 -
Outdoor sports5/10
Chivay 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in March
Where to go in March - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Iquitos
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