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Antioquia Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Antioquia, Colombia in March.

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Planning a journey to Antioquia, Colombia this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Antioquia in March

Antioquia, Colombia is a region in Colombia. In March, Antioquia experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from warm to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Santa Elena at 24°C (75°F) to very warm in Gesen at 34°C (93°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Gesen and 13°C (55°F) in Santa Elena.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Antioquia, Colombia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Turbo with an average of 115 mm (4.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Jardin with 377 mm (15 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Medellín typically sees 150 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Antioquia in March

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Antioquia

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Antioquia, Colombia?

Temperature range in Antioquia (March)

Precipitation variation in Antioquia (March)

Medellín

In March Medellín generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
150 hours
123 hours
Monthly rainfall
184 mm (7.2 in)
260 mm (10 in)
342 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
19 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Medellín →

Santa Fe de Antioquia

In March Santa Fe de Antioquia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
150 hours
123 hours
Monthly rainfall
157 mm (6.2 in)
262 mm (10 in)
386 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
20 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Santa Fe de Antioquia →

Rionegro

In March Rionegro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
150 hours
123 hours
Monthly rainfall
200 mm (7.9 in)
286 mm (11 in)
356 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Rionegro →

Guatapé

In March Guatapé generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
150 hours
123 hours
Monthly rainfall
182 mm (7.2 in)
280 mm (11 in)
345 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Guatapé →

Jardin

In March Jardin generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
150 hours
123 hours
Monthly rainfall
305 mm (12 in)
377 mm (15 in)
507 mm (20 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
16 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Jardin →

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Antioquia in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Medellín 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 260 mm (10 in)
Santa Fe de Antioquia 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 262 mm (10 in)
Rionegro 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 286 mm (11 in)
Guatapé 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 280 mm (11 in)
Jardin 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 377 mm (15 in)
San Jerónimo 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 264 mm (10 in)

Antioquia weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Antioquia, Colombia in March?

In March, Antioquia, Colombia generally has poor weather conditions. Medellín sees daytime temperatures near 25°C (77°F), with nights cooling to roughly 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in Antioquia, Colombia in March?

In Medellín, the average daytime high in March is 25°C (77°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 14°C (57°F).

Does Antioquia, Colombia get a lot of rain in March?

Yes. March brings heavy rainfall to Antioquia, Colombia, with Medellín averaging around 260 mm (10 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Antioquia, Colombia?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Antioquia, Colombia due to the typically poor weather in Medellín.

On average, the best time to visit Antioquia, Colombia is in January with generally pleasant weather in Medellín. On the other hand, the months of March, April, May, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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