Puerto Natales

Magallanes Weather in March

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

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Puerto Natales Punta Arenas Torres del Paine Porvenir

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

What to Expect in Magallanes in March

Magallanes, Chile is a region in Chile. March in Magallanes generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Torres del Paine at 9°C (48°F) to mild in El Toro at 14°C (57°F). At night it cools down to 5°C (41°F) in El Toro and 2°C (36°F) in Torres del Paine.

For specific regional insights in Magallanes, Chile, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Punta Arenas with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Torres del Paine with 317 mm (12 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Magallanes 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 Magallanes

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

Temperature range in Magallanes (March)

Precipitation variation in Magallanes (March)

Puerto Natales

In March Puerto Natales generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
137 mm (5.4 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Puerto Natales →

Punta Arenas

In March Punta Arenas generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
156 hours
117 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Punta Arenas →

Torres del Paine

In March Torres del Paine generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly rainfall
296 mm (12 in)
317 mm (12 in)
323 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
6 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Torres del Paine →

Porvenir

In March Porvenir generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
156 hours
117 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
76 mm (3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Porvenir →

El Toro

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

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in El Toro →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puerto Natales 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)
Punta Arenas 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Torres del Paine 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 317 mm (12 in)
Porvenir 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 76 mm (3 in)
El Toro 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)

Magallanes weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Magallanes, Chile typically experiences unpleasant weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Puerto Natales average around 14°C (57°F), and temperatures drop to about 6°C (43°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Magallanes, Chile during March range from a nighttime low near 6°C (43°F) to a daytime high around 14°C (57°F) in Puerto Natales.

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

Magallanes, Chile sees substantial rainfall in March. Puerto Natales typically averages about 146 mm (5.7 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Magallanes, Chile?

In our opinion, March is one of the best times to visit Magallanes, Chile, but the weather is often unpleasant in Puerto Natales.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March and December offering mostly unpleasant weather in Puerto Natales.

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