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Santa Teresa Weather in March
Thinking of visiting Santa Teresa in March? Expect very high temperatures reaching 31°C (88°F) during the day, dropping to 24°C (75°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.
Rainfall in Santa Teresa in March
Santa Teresa is in the rainy season in March, with rain on around 22 days and an average of 313 mm (12 in). The rainy season here brings regular, substantial showers. It's worth being prepared for rain on most days you're out.
Temperature in Santa Teresa in March
Santa Teresa in March gets highs of 31°C (88°F) during the day and drops to 24°C (75°F) at night. Mornings and evenings are often more comfortable than the peak afternoon hours. With lows around 24°C (75°F), the nights are warm enough that a sheet is usually all you need for bedding.
Sunshine in Santa Teresa in March
The city usually sees around 153 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period (despite it being part of rainy season).If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Santa Teresa. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Santa Teresa Temperature in March
Min Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Max Temperature
31°C (88°F)
Chance of Rain
74%
Precipitation
313 mm (12 in)
Rainy days
22 days
Humidity
82% *
Sunshine
153 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Iquitos, Peru (25 KM, 16 Miles).
Santa Teresa Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
47-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Santa Teresa typically stay consistent throughout March, with daily highs averaging around 31°C (88°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 23°C (73°F).
Average temperatures in March
Daily Historical Precipitation
47-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in March
Historical weather records for Santa Teresa in March
Browse day-by-day weather records for Santa Teresa spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Santa Teresa historical weather extremes in March
Based on 30 years of weather observations (1996-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Santa Teresa.
- On March 21, 2003, temperatures climbed to 35°C (95°F), marking the warmest March day on record.
- The coldest March day was on March 30, 2012, with a maximum of 24°C (75°F).
- The coldest night in March in Santa Teresa was on March 1, 2000, with a minimum of 20°C (68°F).
- The wettest day in March Santa Teresa was on March 26, 2006 with 192 mm (7.6 in) of precipitation.
Best Places in Peru in March
Find out more about the weather in Peru and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Peru 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).
What to Wear in Santa Teresa in March
Warm but pleasant conditions in Santa Teresa in March. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
What To Do in Santa Teresa in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming7/10 -
Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping6/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
Santa Teresa 3-Day Forecast
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Popular in March
Where to go in March - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Iquitos
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