Ica Weather in March

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

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Paracas Ica Nazca Pisco

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

What to Expect in Ica in March

Ica, Peru is a region in Peru. March in Ica generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 25°C (77°F) in El Carmen to 30°C (86°F) in Ica. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Ica and 20°C (68°F) in El Carmen.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Paracas with an average of 4.7 mm (0.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Nazca with 78 mm (3.1 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Ica 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 Ica

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

Temperature range in Ica (March)

Precipitation variation in Ica (March)

Paracas

In March Paracas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
7.7 mm (0.3 in)
4.7 mm (0.2 in)
2 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Paracas →

Ica

In March Ica generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
9.2 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Ica →

Nazca

In March Nazca generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate 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)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Nazca →

Pisco

In March Pisco generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
7.7 mm (0.3 in)
4.7 mm (0.2 in)
2.2 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Pisco →

Chincha Alta

In March Chincha Alta generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Chincha Alta →

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

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Paracas 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 4.7 mm (0.2 in)
Ica 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Nazca 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Pisco 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 4.7 mm (0.2 in)
Chincha Alta 26°C (79°F) 20°C (68°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
El Carmen 25°C (77°F) 20°C (68°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)

Ica weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Ica, Peru typically experiences perfect weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Paracas average around 26°C (79°F), and temperatures drop to about 21°C (70°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Ica, Peru during March range from a nighttime low near 21°C (70°F) to a daytime high around 26°C (79°F) in Paracas.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Ica, Peru during March, with Paracas averaging close to 4.7 mm (0.2 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Ica, Peru?

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Ica, Peru with overall perfect weather in Paracas.

Generally speaking, provide perfect weather in Paracas.

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