Arica y Parinacota Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Arica y Parinacota, Chile in March.

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Arica Putre Codpa

Planning a getaway to Arica y Parinacota, Chile this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Arica y Parinacota in March

Arica y Parinacota, Chile is a region in Chile. Arica y Parinacota, Chile offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In March, one might encounter temperatures that range from mild to warm, and precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Putre at 13°C (55°F) to warm in Arica at 27°C (81°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Arica and 2°C (36°F) in Putre.

For specific regional insights in Arica y Parinacota, Chile, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Arica with an average of 11 mm (0.4 in) to high rainfall in Putre with 135 mm (5.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this March. For example, Arica gets approximately 252 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Arica y Parinacota by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Arica y Parinacota — and find the best time to visit. (based on Arica)

January27°C (81°F) February27°C (81°F) March27°C (81°F) April25°C (77°F) May23°C (73°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly20°C (68°F) August20°C (68°F) September21°C (70°F) October22°C (72°F) November24°C (75°F) December25°C (77°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Arica y Parinacota 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 Arica y Parinacota

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Arica y Parinacota, Chile?

Temperature range in Arica y Parinacota (March)

Precipitation variation in Arica y Parinacota (March)

Arica

In March Arica generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
252 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Arica →

Putre

In March Putre generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
200 mm (7.9 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
10 days
4 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Putre →

Codpa

In March Codpa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
5.1 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
6 days
2 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Codpa →

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Arica y Parinacota in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Arica 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Putre 13°C (55°F) 2°C (36°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Codpa 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)

Arica y Parinacota weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Arica y Parinacota, Chile in March?

Arica y Parinacota, Chile typically experiences perfect weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Arica average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 19°C (66°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Arica y Parinacota, Chile in March?

Average temperatures in Arica y Parinacota, Chile during March range from a nighttime low near 19°C (66°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Arica.

Does Arica y Parinacota, Chile get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Arica averages just 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Arica y Parinacota, Chile.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Arica y Parinacota, Chile?

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Arica y Parinacota, Chile with overall perfect weather in Arica. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Arica y Parinacota, Chile is in with generally perfect weather in Arica.

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