March weather forecastPunta Arenas, Chile

March

Weather in March

Come March, the weather experiences another transition, this time towards cooler conditions. The changing weather of Punta Arenas in March offers different experiences, with scenes of early autumn foliage starting to emerge. Although the springlike temperatures are a steady retreat, there are still no extreme cold spells yet. The city's unique charm does not cease in the wake of changing weather, but rather gains a new perspective. The temperature of the sea also disconnects itself from the highs of the summer, averaging at 9.8°C (49.6°F).

Temperature

The onset of March in Punta Arenas, Chile, marks an average high-temperature of a cool 12.3°C (54.1°F), hardly differing from February's 14°C (57.2°F). Punta Arenas, during March, witnesses an average low-temperature of 5.2°C (41.4°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Punta Arenas, in March, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 38mm (1.5") of accumulated precipitation. In Punta Arenas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153 days and collects up to 395mm (15.55") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In March, the average sea temperature in Punta Arenas is 9.8°C (49.6°F).
Note: Immersing oneself in 9.8°C (49.6°F) at sub-10°C (14°F) temperatures is a recipe for harsh cold shock and quickened breathing unless adequately equipped.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 20:40. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 08:06 and sunset at 19:29 -03.

Sunshine

In Punta Arenas, the average sunshine in March is 5.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Punta Arenas is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Punta Arenas, in March, the average high-temperature is 12.3°C (54.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 5.2°C (41.4°F).

The average relative humidity in March in Punta Arenas, Chile, is 77%.

In Punta Arenas, during March, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.

In March, the average sea temperature in Punta Arenas, Chile, is 9.8°C (49.6°F). Swimming in 9.8°C (49.6°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

The average day length in March in Punta Arenas, Chile, is 12h and 28min.

On the first day of March in Punta Arenas, Chile, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 20:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:06 and sunset at 19:29 -03.

The average sunshine duration in March in Punta Arenas is 5.3h.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Punta Arenas is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average temperature in March
Punta Arenas, Chile

Average high temperature in March: 12.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (14.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (3.7°C).

Average low temperature in March: 5.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (6.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-1.1°C).

Average humidity in March
Punta Arenas, Chile

Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, November and December (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Punta Arenas, Chile

Average rainfall in March: 38.1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (41.7mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (26.5mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Punta Arenas, Chile

Average rainfall days in March: 15 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and March (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Punta Arenas, Chile

Average sea temperature in March: 9.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (10.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July and August (5.8°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Punta Arenas, Chile

Average daylight in March: 12h and 30min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine in March: 5h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).