March weather forecast
Huaraz, Peru

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Weather in March

March in Huaraz, Peru marks the height of the city's rainy season, with the highest recorded rainfall of the year at 146mm (5.75"). During this period, the city experiences a blend of warm days and chilly evenings with minor variations in temperatures. As Huaraz moves further into the rainy season, expect cloudy skies, fewer hours of sunlight, and frequent downpours. A gradual transition begins in April with reduced rainfall. March is a preferred month for those who enjoy experiencing nature's different moods, as they can encounter varying weather conditions, from steady rains to occasional sunshine.

Temperature

Temperatures reach their minimum during January through April and September, recording an average high-temperature of 14°C (57.2°F).

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 19 days and typically aggregates up to 146mm (5.75") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:14 -05.

Sunshine

January through March and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 12 transforms into these recommendations:
Employ every crucial safety step. Those with fair skin could experience burns in a matter of minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Huaraz?

Huaraz experiences lowest temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 14°C (57.2°F) during January through April and September.

What is the temperature in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 14°C (57.2°F) and 1°C (33.8°F) respectively.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall in Huaraz is March, when the rain falls for 19 days and typically aggregates up to 146mm (5.75") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Huaraz, in March, during 19 rainfall days, 146mm (5.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Huaraz have in March?

In Huaraz, the average day length in March is 12h and 9min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, in Huaraz, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:14 -05.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Huaraz?

The months with the least sunshine are January through March and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Huaraz have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Huaraz.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Huaraz is 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average temperature in March
Huaraz, Peru

Average temperature in March - Huaraz, Peru
  • Average high temperature in March: 14°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are May, June, July, August, October, November and December (15°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February, March, April and September (14°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 1°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January, February, March, April and December (1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (-2°C).

Average rainfall in March
Huaraz, Peru

Average rainfall in March - Huaraz, Peru
  • Average rainfall in March: 146mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (146mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Huaraz, Peru

Average rainfall days in March - Huaraz, Peru
  • Average rainfall days in March: 19 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are February and March (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (4 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, March and December (Average sunshine: 5h).

Average UV index in March
Huaraz, Peru

Average UV index in March - Huaraz, Peru
  • Average UV index in March: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 11).

Huaraz, Peru

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