Cusco

Cusco Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Cusco, Peru in March.

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Cusco Machu Picchu Urubamba Ollantaytambo

Planning a trip to Cusco, Peru this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Cusco in March

Cusco, Peru is a region in Peru. March in Cusco generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Sicuani at 13°C (55°F) to pleasant in Quillabamba at 21°C (70°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Quillabamba and 2°C (36°F) in Sicuani.

For specific regional insights in Cusco, Peru, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Cusco with an average of 183 mm (7.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Quillabamba with 255 mm (10 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Cusco gets approximately 170 hours of sunlight in March, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Cusco in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Cusco.

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 Cusco

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Cusco, Peru?

Temperature range in Cusco (March)

Precipitation variation in Cusco (March)

Cusco

In March Cusco generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
170 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
246 mm (9.7 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
25 days
16 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Cusco →

Machu Picchu

In March Machu Picchu generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
170 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
288 mm (11 in)
253 mm (10 in)
169 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
15 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Machu Picchu →

Urubamba

In March Urubamba generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
170 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
264 mm (10 in)
214 mm (8.4 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
25 days
17 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Urubamba →

Ollantaytambo

In March Ollantaytambo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
170 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
271 mm (11 in)
243 mm (9.6 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
25 days
17 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Ollantaytambo →

Pisac

In March Pisac generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
170 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
283 mm (11 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
25 days
17 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Pisac →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Cusco, in Peru.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cusco 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 183 mm (7.2 in)
Machu Picchu 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 253 mm (10 in)
Urubamba 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 214 mm (8.4 in)
Ollantaytambo 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 243 mm (9.6 in)
Pisac 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 209 mm (8.2 in)
Huaran 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 200 mm (7.9 in)

Cusco weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cusco, Peru in March?

Expect poor weather across Cusco, Peru in March. The popular destination of Cusco averages 16°C (61°F) by day and 6°C (43°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Cusco, Peru in March?

Average temperatures in Cusco, Peru during March range from a nighttime low near 6°C (43°F) to a daytime high around 16°C (61°F) in Cusco.

Does Cusco, Peru get a lot of rain in March?

Yes. March brings heavy rainfall to Cusco, Peru, with Cusco averaging around 183 mm (7.2 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Cusco, Peru?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Cusco, March may not be the ideal time to visit Cusco, Peru.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Cusco. The weather in January, February, March and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Cusco.

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