Tucumán Weather in March

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

Thinking about venturing to Tucumán, Argentina this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Tucumán in March

Tucumán, Argentina is a region in Argentina. March in Tucumán generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Tafí del Valle at 20°C (68°F) and warm in San Miguel de Tucumán at 27°C (81°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in San Miguel de Tucumán and 11°C (52°F) in Tafí del Valle.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Tucumán, Argentina, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Calimonte with an average of 81 mm (3.2 in) to heavy rainfall in El Mollar with 345 mm (14 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. San Miguel de Tucumán receives about 186 hours of sunlight in March, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Tucumán by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Tucumán 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 Tucumán

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

Temperature range in Tucumán (March)

Precipitation variation in Tucumán (March)

San Miguel de Tucumán

In March San Miguel de Tucumán generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
186 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
283 mm (11 in)
259 mm (10 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Tafí del Valle

In March Tafí del Valle generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
186 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
379 mm (15 in)
285 mm (11 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Yerba Buena

In March Yerba Buena generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
186 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
309 mm (12 in)
285 mm (11 in)
206 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
6 days
Weather conditions

San Pedro de Colalao

In March San Pedro de Colalao generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
186 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
208 mm (8.2 in)
194 mm (7.6 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
6 days
Weather conditions

El Mollar

In March El Mollar generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
186 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
437 mm (17 in)
345 mm (14 in)
227 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
6 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
San Miguel de Tucumán 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 259 mm (10 in)
Tafí del Valle 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 285 mm (11 in)
Yerba Buena 26°C (79°F) 17°C (63°F) 285 mm (11 in)
San Pedro de Colalao 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 194 mm (7.6 in)
El Mollar 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 345 mm (14 in)
Calimonte 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

Tucumán weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tucumán, Argentina in March?

March in Tucumán, Argentina brings unpleasant weather. In San Miguel de Tucumán, daytime temperatures are typically around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime lows hover near 18°C (64°F).

What is the average temperature in Tucumán, Argentina in March?

Daytime temperatures in San Miguel de Tucumán peak at roughly 27°C (81°F) in March, dropping to about 18°C (64°F) overnight.

Does Tucumán, Argentina get a lot of rain in March?

Rainfall in Tucumán, Argentina peaks during March. San Miguel de Tucumán averages roughly 259 mm (10 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Tucumán, Argentina?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in San Miguel de Tucumán, March may not be the ideal time to visit Tucumán, Argentina.

On average, the best time to visit Tucumán, Argentina is in August and September with generally perfect weather in San Miguel de Tucumán. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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