March weather forecast
Cerro de Pasco, Peru

March

Weather in March

Arriving March carries forward the cool and damp weather typical of Cerro de Pasco. The contrast with February is not pronounced, with the temperature, overall rainfall, and daylight hours almost consistent. However, there is a noticeable upsurge in snowfall, accounting to 118mm (4.65"), which surpasses the February snow precipitation. Sunny days getting scarcer may seem perpetual, but the city still gets a considerable dose of a cloudy sky, unaffected by the steady wind.

Temperature

March's average high-temperature is a still cool 12.3°C (54.1°F), maintaining a close comparison with February's 12.5°C (54.5°F). An average low-temperature of 4.1°C (39.4°F) is anticipated throughout the nights during March.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 82%, March is the most humid month in Cerro de Pasco.

Rainfall

In Cerro de Pasco, in March, during 29.4 rainfall days, 160mm (6.3") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cerro de Pasco, there are 265.7 rainfall days, and 1106mm (43.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Cerro de Pasco, during March, snow falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 118mm (4.65") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 91.8 snowfall days, and 809mm (31.85") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:09 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cerro de Pasco in March?
In March, in Cerro de Pasco, the average high-temperature is 12.3°C (54.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 4.1°C (39.4°F).
What is the most humid month?
The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 82%.
What is the average humidity in March?
The average relative humidity in March is 82%.
How much does it rain in March?
In Cerro de Pasco, during March, the rain falls for 29.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 160mm (6.3") of precipitation.
How many days does it snow in March?
In Cerro de Pasco, in March, during 9 snowfall days, 118mm (4.65") of snow is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Cerro de Pasco have in March?
The average day length in March is 12h and 9min.
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Cerro de Pasco?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:09 -05.
How many hours of sunshine does Cerro de Pasco have in March?
In Cerro de Pasco, Peru, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.4h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.
What is the UV index reading in March?
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average wind speed
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Average temperature in March
Cerro de Pasco, Peru
  • Average high temperature in March: 12.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (13.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 4.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (0.3°C).

Average pressure in March
Cerro de Pasco, Peru
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1014.4mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Cerro de Pasco, Peru
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (7.4km/h).

Average humidity in March
Cerro de Pasco, Peru
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Cerro de Pasco, Peru
  • Average rainfall in March: 160mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (176mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (14mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Cerro de Pasco, Peru
  • Average rainfall days in March: 29.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cerro de Pasco, Peru
  • Average snowfall in March: 118mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (137mm).
The month with the least snowfall is June (19mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Cerro de Pasco, Peru
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and August (9.7 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is November (5.5 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cerro de Pasco, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cerro de Pasco, Peru
  • Average sunshine days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Cerro de Pasco, Peru
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Cerro de Pasco, Peru
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Cerro de Pasco, Peru
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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