March weather forecast
Arica, Chile

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Weather in March

As March rolls in, Arica, Chile begins to experience slightly cooler temperatures and fewer rainy days. It's is apparent that the rainfall registered at 4mm (0.16") and there are typically fewer days with precipitation. As March progresses and makes way for April, the noticeable decrease in temperature continues, marking the onset of the cooler season. The level of cloud cover this month also decreases slightly allowing for clearer skies. This also indicates that March in Arica could be the ideal time for star-gazing and other nighttime outdoor activities.

Temperature

The unfolding of March shows an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 23.2°C (73.8°F), indicating a slight variance from February's 23.9°C (75°F). A modest decline from daytime high temperatures in Arica is noticed in March, marking the average low at an enjoyable 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Arica, there are 43 rainfall days, and 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In March, the average sea temperature in Arica is 20.7°C (69.3°F).
Note: Swimming in 20.7°C (69.3°F) is not a pleasurable activity for the majority of people. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Arica is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 20:06. On the last day of March, in Arica, sunrise is at 07:47 and sunset at 19:42 -03.

Sunshine

February and March, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Arica.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in March translates into the following instructions:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Arica in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Arica, is 23.2°C (73.8°F), while the average low-temperature is 19.8°C (67.6°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Arica?

In March, the average relative humidity in Arica, Chile, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Arica in March?

In March, in Arica, Chile, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in March in Arica?

In Arica, in March, the average water temperature is 20.7°C (69.3°F). Swimming in 20.7°C (69.3°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the average length of the day in March in Arica?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Arica?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 20:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:47 and sunset at 19:42 -03.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Arica?

February and March, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Arica.

How long on average sun shines in March in Arica?

In Arica, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Arica?

The months with the highest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in March in Arica?

In Arica, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in March
Arica, Chile

Average temperature in March - Arica, Chile
  • Average high temperature in March: 23.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (23.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (17.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (13.1°C).

Average pressure in March
Arica, Chile

Average pressure in March - Arica, Chile
  • Average pressure in March: 1013.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.1mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Arica, Chile

Average wind speed in March - Arica, Chile
  • Average wind speed in March: 11km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are October and November (12.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (10.4km/h).

Average humidity in March
Arica, Chile

Average humidity in March - Arica, Chile
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are April and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Arica, Chile

Average rainfall in March - Arica, Chile
  • Average rainfall in March: 4mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and February (10mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and November (3mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Arica, Chile

Average rainfall days in March - Arica, Chile
  • Average rainfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (7.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.6 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Arica, Chile

Average sea temperature in March - Arica, Chile
  • Average sea temperature in March: 20.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (15°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Arica, Chile

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Arica, Chile
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and March (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Arica, Chile

Average sunshine days in March - Arica, Chile
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Arica, Chile

Average UV index in March - Arica, Chile
  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
Arica, Chile

Average cloud cover in March - Arica, Chile
  • Average cloud cover in March: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 32).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in March
Arica, Chile

Average visibility in March - Arica, Chile
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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