Mendoza Province

Mendoza Province Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Mendoza Province, Argentina in March.

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San Rafael Mendoza Chacras de Coria Potrerillos

Planning a getaway to Mendoza Province, Argentina this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Mendoza Province in March

Mendoza Province, Argentina is a region in Argentina. In March, Mendoza Province experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from cold to warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Los Penitentes at 11°C (52°F) to warm in General Alvear at 29°C (84°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in General Alvear and -3°C (27°F) in Los Penitentes.

For specific regional insights in Mendoza Province, Argentina, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Las Lenas with an average of 23 mm (0.9 in) to high rainfall in Cacheuta with 156 mm (6.1 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Mendoza.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Mendoza enjoys about 233 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Mendoza Province by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Mendoza Province — and find the best time to visit. (based on San Rafael)

January32°C (90°F) February30°C (86°F) March27°C (81°F) April22°C (72°F) May18°C (64°F) June16°C (61°F) This monthJuly15°C (59°F) August18°C (64°F) September20°C (68°F) October24°C (75°F) November28°C (82°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Mendoza Province in March

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

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 Mendoza Province

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Mendoza Province, Argentina?

Temperature range in Mendoza Province (March)

Precipitation variation in Mendoza Province (March)

Mendoza

In March Mendoza generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
233 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
75 mm (3 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mendoza →

San Rafael

In March San Rafael generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
27°C (81°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
278 hours
246 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
50 mm (2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
3 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in San Rafael →

Chacras de Coria

In March Chacras de Coria generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
233 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Chacras de Coria →

Potrerillos

In March Potrerillos generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°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
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
233 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
183 mm (7.2 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
5 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Potrerillos →

Maipú

In March Maipú generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
27°C (81°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
233 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
75 mm (3 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
3 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Maipú →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
San Rafael 27°C (81°F) 13°C (55°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Mendoza 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Chacras de Coria 25°C (77°F) 13°C (55°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Potrerillos 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)
Maipú 27°C (81°F) 15°C (59°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Valle Grande 26°C (79°F) 12°C (54°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)

Mendoza Province weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Mendoza Province, Argentina in March?

Mendoza Province, Argentina typically experiences perfect weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Mendoza average around 26°C (79°F), and temperatures drop to about 14°C (57°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Mendoza Province, Argentina in March?

In Mendoza, the average daytime high in March is 26°C (79°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 14°C (57°F).

Does Mendoza Province, Argentina get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Mendoza Province, Argentina during March, with Mendoza averaging close to 75 mm (3 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Mendoza Province, Argentina?

We believe that March is one of the best times to visit Mendoza Province, Argentina with overall perfect weather in Mendoza. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in February, March, April, September, October and November offering mostly perfect weather in Mendoza. In contrast, January, May and December tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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