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Yanque Weather in March
March in Yanque averages 12°C (54°F) during the day and 1°C (34°F) at night. March is part of the rainy season, with around 188 mm (7.4 in) of rainfall and frequent showers.
Rainfall in Yanque in March
As part of the rainy season, Yanque sees around 13 days of rain in March, with an average of 188 mm (7.4 in). Showers during the rainy season tend to be heavy and can come down intensely. An umbrella is often not enough, so a poncho or waterproof jacket is a better choice.
Temperature in Yanque in March
Daytime temperatures in Yanque reach 12°C (54°F) in March, dropping to 1°C (34°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 1°C (34°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.March in Yanque can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Yanque Temperature in March
Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Chance of Rain
42%
Precipitation
188 mm (7.4 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Yanque Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
48-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Yanque typically stay consistent throughout March, with daily highs averaging around 12°C (54°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 10°C (50°F).
Average temperatures in March
Historical weather records for Yanque in March
Browse day-by-day weather records for Yanque spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Yanque historical weather extremes in March
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Yanque from 1991 through 2026.
- The warmest day in March was on March 31, 2016, with a maximum of 27°C (81°F).
- On March 19, 2003, Yanque saw its coldest March day with temperatures maxing out at 12°C (54°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in March was -2°C (28°F) (March 17, 2022).
Best Places in 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 Yanque in March
Pack for changing conditions in Yanque in March. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!
What To Do in Yanque in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Barbeque4/10 -
Camping3/10 -
Outdoor sports5/10
Yanque 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in March
Where to go in March - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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