March weather forecast
Santiago, Chile

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Breathtaking view of the cityscape of Santiago, Chile, with the Andean Mountain Ranges in the distance
Breathtaking view of the cityscape of Santiago, Chile, with the Andean Mountain Ranges in the distance

Weather in March

Santiago experiences a subtle shift into autumn weather in March. The month sees a gentle departure from the previous two, with a slightly cooler ambient temperature. Rays of sunshine remain abundant, albeit slightly muted, allowing for comfortable walks in the city’s parks. Although rainfall sticks to the scarce side, consideration for an umbrella may start to creep into daily planning. The advent of March in Santiago promises relaxed climatic conditions.

Temperature

Transitioning from February to March, Santiago observes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.2°C (75.6°F), differing subtly from the previous month. Santiago endures a clear shift from daytime heat to a mean low-temperature of 10.9°C (51.6°F) during March nights.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are March and April, with an average relative humidity of 36%.

Rainfall

January through March are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 1.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.

Snowfall

In Santiago, snow does not fall in January through May, August through December.

Daylight

In Santiago, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 20:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 19:38 -03.

Sunshine

In Santiago, the average sunshine in March is 9.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Santiago. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Santiago?

The high-temperature in Santiago during March is 24.2°C (75.6°F) and the low-temperature is 10.9°C (51.6°F).

What are the least humid months in Santiago?

The months with the lowest humidity in Santiago, Chile, are March and April, with an average relative humidity of 36%.

What is the average humidity in March in Santiago?

In March, the average relative humidity in Santiago is 36%.

What is the driest month in Santiago?

The months with the least rainfall are January through March Rain falls for 1.6 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain.

How many days does it rain in March in Santiago?

In Santiago, during March, the rain falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Santiago?

January through May, August through December are months without snowfall in Santiago.

How many hours of daylight does Santiago have in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Santiago?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 20:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 19:38 -03.

How many hours of sunshine does Santiago have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 9.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Santiago?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Santiago?

In Santiago, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Santiago, Chile

Average temperature in March - Santiago, Chile
  • Average high temperature in March: 24.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (25.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 10.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (12.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (2.4°C).

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Average pressure in March
Santiago, Chile

Average pressure in March - Santiago, Chile
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1014.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Santiago, Chile

Average wind speed in March - Santiago, Chile
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (9.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and April (7.2km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Santiago, Chile

Average humidity in March - Santiago, Chile
  • Average humidity in March: 36%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (55%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (36%).

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Average rainfall in March
Santiago, Chile

Average rainfall in March - Santiago, Chile
  • Average rainfall in March: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (67mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and March (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Santiago, Chile

Average rainfall days in March - Santiago, Chile
  • Average rainfall days in March: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (7.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Santiago, Chile

Average snowfall in March - Santiago, Chile
  • Average snowfall in March: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is June (6mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Santiago, Chile

Average snowfall days in March - Santiago, Chile
  • 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, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Santiago, Chile

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Santiago, Chile
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Santiago, Chile

Average sunshine days in March - Santiago, Chile
  • Average sunshine days in March: 29.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (29.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (22.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Santiago, Chile

Average UV index in March - Santiago, Chile
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Santiago, Chile

Average cloud cover in March - Santiago, Chile
  • Average cloud cover in March: 5

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 3).

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Average visibility in March
Santiago, Chile

Average visibility in March - Santiago, Chile
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

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

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