Atacama Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Atacama, Chile in March.

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Copiapó Chañaral Caldera Bahia Inglesa

Considering a trip to Atacama, Chile this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Atacama in March

Atacama, Chile is a region in Chile. March in Atacama generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in Bahia Inglesa at 22°C (72°F) to warm in Copiapó at 26°C (79°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Copiapó and 16°C (61°F) in Bahia Inglesa.

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

Precipitation

March is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 4.1 mm (0.2 in) in Copiapó.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Copiapó enjoys about 265 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Atacama 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 Atacama

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

Temperature range in Atacama (March)

Precipitation variation in Atacama (March)

Copiapó

In March Copiapó generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
260 hours
265 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
4.1 mm (0.2 in)
1.9 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Copiapó →

Chañaral

In March Chañaral generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
4.5 mm (0.2 in)
6.4 mm (0.3 in)
6.6 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
2 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Chañaral →

Caldera

In March Caldera generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
260 hours
265 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
2.7 mm (0.1 in)
2.2 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Caldera →

Bahia Inglesa

In March Bahia Inglesa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
260 hours
265 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
2.6 mm (0.1 in)
2.1 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bahia Inglesa →

Vallenar

In March Vallenar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
4 mm (0.2 in)
2.3 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Vallenar →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Copiapó 26°C (79°F) 15°C (59°F) 4.1 mm (0.2 in)
Chañaral 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 6.4 mm (0.3 in)
Caldera 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 2.7 mm (0.1 in)
Bahia Inglesa 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 2.6 mm (0.1 in)
Vallenar 26°C (79°F) 15°C (59°F) 4 mm (0.2 in)
Piedra Colgada 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 2.9 mm (0.1 in)

Atacama weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Atacama, Chile in March?

March in Atacama, Chile brings perfect weather. In Copiapó, daytime temperatures are typically around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows hover near 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in Atacama, Chile in March?

Copiapó averages a daytime maximum of 26°C (79°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 15°C (59°F).

Does Atacama, Chile get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Copiapó averages just 4.1 mm (0.2 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Atacama, Chile.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Atacama, Chile?

Given the typically perfect weather conditions in Copiapó, March might be a good time to visit Atacama, Chile.

Generally speaking, provide perfect weather in Copiapó.

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