March weather forecast
Machu Picchu, Peru

Peru's Machu Picchu weather in March transitions into the final part of the rainy season, with rainfall reducing to 151mm (5.94") from February's 141mm (5.55"). The difference in temperature between March and the preceding month is minute, both months recording a high of 25°C (77°F) and a low of 13°C (55.4°F). March sees a slight increase in the number of sunshine hours to 6, from February's 5. Although the weather commences shifting from wet to dry, the number of rainy days only decreases slightly to 13 from February's 20. April is anticipated to bring about more significant changes with reduced rainfall.

Temperature

March's onset brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 25°C (77°F), nearly the same as February. With a significant temperature contrast, nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 13°C (55.4°F) in March.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 151mm (5.94") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Machu Picchu, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:53 -05.

Sunshine

In Machu Picchu, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 12 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Execute all crucial precautions. Warding off sun exposure is non-negotiable. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.