Visit the Rainbow Mountains
The Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) is acolored rainbow mountain that will steal your heart forever and the view from the top will take your breath away.
Machupicchu Weather in March
Machupicchu in March sees moderate temperatures, with highs around 16°C (61°F) and overnight lows of 8°C (46°F). With the rainy season in full effect, expect around 255 mm (10 in) of rainfall and regular showers throughout the month.
Rainfall in Machupicchu in March
As part of the rainy season, Machupicchu sees around 14 days of rain in March, with an average of 255 mm (10 in). Rainy season showers here are typically intense, often clearing quickly but coming down hard while they last.
Temperature in Machupicchu in March
Machupicchu in March gets highs of 16°C (61°F) during the day and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With lows around 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.March in Machupicchu 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.
Machupicchu Temperature in March
Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
47%
Precipitation
255 mm (10 in)
Rainy days
14 days
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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 Machupicchu in March
For Machupicchu in March, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.
What To Do in Machupicchu in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10
Machupicchu 3-Day Forecast
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Where to go in March - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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