March Rainfall and Precipitation in Atacama

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Atacama, Chile in March.

Atacama, Chile, a region in Chile, typically experiences very dry weather in March, with average rainfall around 4.1 mm (0.2 in) in Copiapó.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in March: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Atacama precipitation in March: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Atacama, Chile receive in March?

Copiapó stays mostly dry in March, with average rainfall close to 4.1 mm (0.2 in).

How many days does it rain in Atacama, Chile in March?

Copiapó sees roughly 2 days rainy days during March.

Is March part of the rainy season in Atacama, Chile?

March is generally a drier month for Atacama, Chile, falling outside the main rainy season.

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