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Huancayo Weather in March
March in Huancayo typically sees daytime highs of 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows of 4°C (39°F). March falls within the rainy season, so heavy rainfall is to be expected.
Rainfall in Huancayo in March
As part of the rainy season, Huancayo sees around 19 days of rain in March, with an average of 218 mm (8.6 in). Rainy season showers tend to be fairly substantial. A good rain jacket or umbrella is worth having with you most days.
Temperature in Huancayo in March
March in Huancayo brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 14°C (57°F) and nights around 4°C (39°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights drop to 4°C (39°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.March in Huancayo has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Huancayo Temperature in March
Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
63%
Precipitation
218 mm (8.6 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
83%
Huancayo Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Huancayo in March
Browse day-by-day weather records for Huancayo spanning 26 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Huancayo historical weather extremes in March
Based on 20 years of weather observations in Huancayo between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
- The warmest day in March was on March 13, 2024, with a maximum of 22°C (72°F).
- On March 26, 2026, Huancayo saw its coldest March day with temperatures maxing out at 7°C (45°F).
- The coldest night in March in Huancayo was on March 1, 2011, with a minimum of 0°C (32°F).
- The wettest March day on record brought 25 mm (1 in) of precipitation to Huancayo (March 10, 2023).
Best Places in 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 Huancayo 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 Huancayo 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
Huancayo 3-Day Forecast
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Where to go in March - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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