Puno Weather in March

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

Are you planning a trip a to Puno, Peru in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Puno in March

Puno, Peru is a region in Peru. March in Puno generally has mild temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Puno.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Juliaca with an average of 167 mm (6.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Ocosuyo with 225 mm (8.9 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Puno in March

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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 Puno

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

Temperature range in Puno (March)

Precipitation variation in Puno (March)

Puno

In March Puno 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
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
237 mm (9.3 in)
181 mm (7.1 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
13 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Ocosuyo

In March Ocosuyo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
268 mm (11 in)
225 mm (8.9 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
13 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Juliaca

In March Juliaca generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
213 mm (8.4 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
13 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Chucuito

In March Chucuito generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly rainfall
243 mm (9.6 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
13 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Huillanopampa

In March Huillanopampa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
269 mm (11 in)
222 mm (8.7 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
13 days
7 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puno 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 181 mm (7.1 in)
Ocosuyo 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 225 mm (8.9 in)
Juliaca 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 167 mm (6.6 in)
Chucuito 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 187 mm (7.4 in)
Huillanopampa 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 222 mm (8.7 in)
Luquina 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 208 mm (8.2 in)

Puno weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Puno, Peru in March. The popular destination of Puno averages 15°C (59°F) by day and 5°C (41°F) at night during this month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Puno peak at roughly 15°C (59°F) in March, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

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

Rainfall in Puno, Peru peaks during March. Puno averages roughly 181 mm (7.1 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Puno, Peru?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Puno, Peru with often poor weather in Puno.

On average, the best time to visit Puno, Peru is in May, June, July, August and November with generally pleasant weather in Puno. In contrast, January, February and March tend to have poor weather conditions.

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