March weather forecast
Salta, Argentina

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Rocks formed in Salta, Argentina with a mountain and dark clouds in the background
Rocks formed in Salta, Argentina with a mountain and dark clouds in the background

Weather in March

In the month of March, the weather starts to shift with rainfall plummeting down to 58mm (2.28"), fewer rainy days, and a decrease in temperature. The city begins to experience dryer conditions, gradually withdrawing from the humidity-ridden climate experienced in earlier months. An important characteristic of March’s weather is an increase in atmospheric pressure to 1014.1mb. Entering April, the weather starts to exhibit lower temperatures and decreased humidity with a further drop in rainfall.

Temperature

Transitioning into March, Salta experiences an average high-temperature of an agreeable 21.5°C (70.7°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. In Salta, the average low-temperature during the month of March is a fresh 12.3°C (54.1°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, March is the most humid month in Salta.

Rainfall

In Salta, during March, the rain falls for 22 days and regularly aggregates up to 58mm (2.28") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Salta, there are 160.6 rainfall days, and 541mm (21.3") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Salta, snow does not fall in January through June, August through December.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Salta, Argentina, is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 19:51. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 19:21 -03.

Sunshine

March has the least sunshine of the year in Salta, with an average of 8.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Salta are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Salta?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Salta, Argentina, are 21.5°C (70.7°F) and 12.3°C (54.1°F) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Salta?

March is the most humid month in Salta, Argentina, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in March in Salta?

In March, the average relative humidity in Salta is 80%.

How much does it rain in Salta in March?

In Salta, in March, during 22 rainfall days, 58mm (2.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Salta?

January through June, August through December are months without snowfall in Salta.

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

The average day length in March is 12h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Salta?

On the first day of March in Salta, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 19:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 19:21 -03.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Salta?

The month with the least sunshine in Salta, Argentina, is March, with an average of 8.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in March in Salta?

The average sunshine duration in March in Salta is 8.3h.

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

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in March in Salta?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Salta, Argentina, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Salta, Argentina

Average temperature in March - Salta, Argentina
  • Average high temperature in March: 21.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (24.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (16.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 12.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.7°C).

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Average pressure in March
Salta, Argentina

Average pressure in March - Salta, Argentina
  • Average pressure in March: 1014.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1010.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Salta, Argentina

Average wind speed in March - Salta, Argentina
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (7.3km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Salta, Argentina

Average humidity in March - Salta, Argentina
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).

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Average rainfall in March
Salta, Argentina

Average rainfall in March - Salta, Argentina
  • Average rainfall in March: 58mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (105mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (2mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Salta, Argentina

Average rainfall days in March - Salta, Argentina
  • Average rainfall days in March: 22 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Salta, Argentina

Average snowfall in March - Salta, Argentina
  • Average snowfall in March: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Salta, Argentina

Average snowfall days in March - Salta, Argentina
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Salta, Argentina

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Salta, Argentina
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Salta, Argentina

Average sunshine days in March - Salta, Argentina
  • Average sunshine days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Salta, Argentina

Average UV index in March - Salta, Argentina
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is May (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Salta, Argentina

Average cloud cover in March - Salta, Argentina
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in March
Salta, Argentina

Average visibility in March - Salta, Argentina
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March and April (8km).

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