Quiché Department Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Quiché Department, Guatemala in March.

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Chichicastenango Nebaj

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

What to Expect in the Quiché Department in March

The Quiché Department, Guatemala is a region in Guatemala. March in the Quiché Department generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 25°C (77°F) and nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) in Chichicastenango.

For specific regional insights in the Quiché Department, Guatemala, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Chichicastenango with an average of 30 mm (1.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Nebaj with 63 mm (2.5 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Chichicastenango sees close to 249 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore the Quiché Department by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Quiché Department — and find the best time to visit. (based on Chichicastenango)

January22°C (72°F) February24°C (75°F) March25°C (77°F) April25°C (77°F) May24°C (75°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August23°C (73°F) September23°C (73°F) October22°C (72°F) November22°C (72°F) December22°C (72°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Quiché Department in March

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

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 the Quiché Department

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in the Quiché Department, Guatemala?

Temperature range in the Quiché Department (March)

Precipitation variation in the Quiché Department (March)

Chichicastenango

In March Chichicastenango generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
249 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Nebaj

In March Nebaj generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
249 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Quiché Department, in Guatemala.

In our records: Guatemala March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Guatemala in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest March day in Guatemala reached 44°C (111°F) in Chiquimula on March 24, 2024.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Quiché Department in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Chichicastenango 25°C (77°F) 11°C (52°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Nebaj 24°C (75°F) 11°C (52°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)

The Quiché Department weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Quiché Department, Guatemala in March?

the Quiché Department, Guatemala typically experiences perfect weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Chichicastenango average around 25°C (77°F), and temperatures drop to about 11°C (52°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Quiché Department, Guatemala in March?

Average temperatures in the Quiché Department, Guatemala during March range from a nighttime low near 11°C (52°F) to a daytime high around 25°C (77°F) in Chichicastenango.

Does the Quiché Department, Guatemala get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Quiché Department, Guatemala during March, with Chichicastenango averaging close to 30 mm (1.2 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit the Quiché Department, Guatemala?

We believe that March is one of the best times to visit the Quiché Department, Guatemala with overall perfect weather in Chichicastenango. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the Quiché Department.

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