March weather forecast
Arequipa, Peru

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Weather in March

March brings about noticeable changes in Arequipa’s weather. Rainfall scales back significantly in this month, reducing the number of rainy days. While the temperatures remain relatively stable, the subtle shift from summer to autumn results in a reduction in average daylight hours. Nevertheless, the abundant sunshine provides opportunity for outdoor activities. The month's most significant feature is the low level of rainfall, down markedly to 44mm (1.73") from 78mm (3.07") in February.

Temperature

The onset of March marks an average high-temperature of a comfortable 16.3°C (61.3°F), hardly differing from February's 15.2°C (59.4°F). Arequipa, during March nights, observes an average temperature of 10.5°C (50.9°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, in Arequipa, Peru, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout March, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is accumulated. In Arequipa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.2 days and collects up to 260mm (10.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:48 -05.

Sunshine

In Arequipa, the average sunshine in March is 9h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Arequipa during March are 16.3°C (61.3°F) and 10.5°C (50.9°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Arequipa, in March, during 14.7 rainfall days, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Arequipa have in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:48 -05.

How many hours of sunshine does Arequipa have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index reading in March in Arequipa?

In Arequipa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in March
Arequipa, Peru

Average temperature in March - Arequipa, Peru
  • Average high temperature in March: 16.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (17.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (15.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 10.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (10.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.7°C).

Average pressure in March
Arequipa, Peru

Average pressure in March - Arequipa, Peru
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.6mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1018.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and December (1015.1mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Arequipa, Peru

Average wind speed in March - Arequipa, Peru
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6.5km/h).

Average humidity in March
Arequipa, Peru

Average humidity in March - Arequipa, Peru
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (35%).

Average rainfall in March
Arequipa, Peru

Average rainfall in March - Arequipa, Peru
  • Average rainfall in March: 44mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (81mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Arequipa, Peru

Average rainfall days in March - Arequipa, Peru
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Arequipa, Peru

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Arequipa, Peru
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Arequipa, Peru

Average sunshine days in March - Arequipa, Peru
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Arequipa, Peru

Average UV index in March - Arequipa, Peru
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March
Arequipa, Peru

Average cloud cover in March - Arequipa, Peru
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in March
Arequipa, Peru

Average visibility in March - Arequipa, Peru
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (9km).

Arequipa, Peru

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