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Copiapó Weather in March
March in Copiapó sees daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and lows of 15°C (59°F) at night. The excellent weather makes it a good time to visit.
Rainfall in Copiapó in March
Historically, March sees about 2 days of rain, with a monthly average of 4.1 mm (0.2 in). When rain does fall, showers tend to be light and brief. Most days will be dry.
Temperature in Copiapó in March
Copiapó has excellent weather in March, with days reaching 26°C (79°F) and nights cooling to 15°C (59°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights cool down to 15°C (59°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Copiapó in March
Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 265 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Copiapó.For more travel ideas, our weather planner can help you explore destinations around the world.
Copiapó Temperature in March
Min Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Max Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Chance of Rain
8%
Precipitation
4.1 mm (0.2 in)
Rainy days
2 days
Humidity
63%
Sunshine
265 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Copiapó Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
48-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Copiapó typically stay consistent throughout March, with daily highs averaging around 26°C (79°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 15°C (59°F).
Average temperatures in March
Historical weather records for Copiapó in March
Browse day-by-day weather records for Copiapó spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Copiapó historical weather extremes in March
Based on 20 years of weather observations in Copiapó between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
- On March 31, 2025, temperatures climbed to 29°C (84°F), marking the warmest March day on record.
- Copiapó experienced its chilliest March day on March 30, 2013, reaching only 17°C (63°F).
- Copiapó registered its coldest March night on March 30, 2007, with temperatures dropping to 8°C (46°F).
Best Places in Chile 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 Copiapó in March
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in March. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Copiapó in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming10/10 -
Cycling8/10 -
Walking8/10 -
Barbeque10/10 -
Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports8/10
Copiapó 3-Day Forecast
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