Maldonado Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Maldonado, Uruguay in March.

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Punta del Este Piriápolis José Ignacio Maldonado

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

What to Expect in Maldonado in March

Maldonado, Uruguay is a region in Uruguay. March in Maldonado generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) in Punta del Este.

For specific regional insights in Maldonado, Uruguay, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

March is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 92 mm (3.6 in) in Punta del Este.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. Punta del Este typically receives 245 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Maldonado by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Maldonado — and find the best time to visit. (based on Punta del Este)

January25°C (77°F) February25°C (77°F) March24°C (75°F) April21°C (70°F) May18°C (64°F) This monthJune16°C (61°F) July14°C (57°F) August15°C (59°F) September16°C (61°F) October18°C (64°F) November21°C (70°F) December23°C (73°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Maldonado in March

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

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 Maldonado

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Maldonado, Uruguay?

Temperature range in Maldonado (March)

Precipitation variation in Maldonado (March)

Punta del Este

In March Punta del Este generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
214 hours
245 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Punta del Este →

Piriápolis

In March Piriápolis generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°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
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
214 hours
245 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Piriápolis →

José Ignacio

In March José Ignacio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°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)
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
214 hours
245 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in José Ignacio →

Maldonado

In March Maldonado generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
214 hours
245 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Maldonado →

Sauce de Portezuelo

In March Sauce de Portezuelo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°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
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
214 hours
245 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Sauce de Portezuelo →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Punta del Este 24°C (75°F) 19°C (66°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Piriápolis 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
José Ignacio 25°C (77°F) 19°C (66°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Maldonado 24°C (75°F) 19°C (66°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Sauce de Portezuelo 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Barra de Maldonado 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)

Maldonado weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Maldonado, Uruguay in March?

Expect perfect weather across Maldonado, Uruguay in March. The popular destination of Punta del Este averages 24°C (75°F) by day and 19°C (66°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Maldonado, Uruguay in March?

Average temperatures in Maldonado, Uruguay during March range from a nighttime low near 19°C (66°F) to a daytime high around 24°C (75°F) in Punta del Este.

Does Maldonado, Uruguay get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Maldonado, Uruguay. Punta del Este averages only about 92 mm (3.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Maldonado, Uruguay?

We believe that March is one of the best times to visit Maldonado, Uruguay with overall perfect weather in Punta del Este. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, November and December provide perfect weather in Punta del Este. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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