March weather forecastChimbote, Peru

March

Weather in March

March introduces a minor shift in weather conditions in Chimbote, Peru. There's a marginal increase in rainfall volume and the number of these rainy days goes up to 6.2, the highest annual figure. On the brighter side, slightly cooler temperatures provide residents with a welcome break from the growing heat. Interestingly, it’s one of the months with the most daylight hours, making it perfect for outdoor activities. In a nutshell, March features slightly cooler and wetter weather with ample daylight, making it an ideal time to enjoy outdoor scenes in Chimbote.

Temperature

As February turns into March, the average high-temperatures rest at a still moderately hot 26°C (78.8°F), showing a minor variation from the prior month. The month of March is marked by an average minimum temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F), slightly cooler than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

In Chimbote, Peru, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 6.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

March is the month with the warmest seawater in Chimbote, with an average sea temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F).
Note: Swimming in water that is 21.8°C (71.2°F) is not enjoyable for most. Breathing becomes more challenging to manage as the water temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of March, in Chimbote, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:18 -05.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Chimbote are January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Notice! Sand and water reflections contribute to a stronger UV exposure.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in March, in Chimbote, is 26°C (78.8°F) and the average low-temperature is 22.4°C (72.3°F).

In Chimbote, Peru, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

March is the month with the most rainfall in Chimbote. Rain falls for 6.2 days and accumulates 5mm (0.2") of precipitation.

In Chimbote, Peru, in March, during 6.2 rainfall days, 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

March is the month with the warmest seawater in Chimbote, Peru, with an average sea temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

In Chimbote, Peru, in March, the average water temperature is 21.8°C (71.2°F). For most, swimming in 21.8°C (71.2°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

The average day length in March in Chimbote is 12h and 9min.

On the first day of March in Chimbote, Peru, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:18 -05.

In Chimbote, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.3h.

January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Chimbote, Peru.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Chimbote is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Chimbote, Peru

  • Average high temperature in March: 26°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (26.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (20.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 22.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (22.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (16°C).

Average pressure in March
Chimbote, Peru

  • Average pressure in March: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1013mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Chimbote, Peru

  • Average wind speed in March: 10.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (14.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (10km/h).

Average humidity in March
Chimbote, Peru

  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, November and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Chimbote, Peru

  • Average rainfall in March: 5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (5mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (2mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Chimbote, Peru

  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (1.5 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Chimbote, Peru

  • Average sea temperature in March: 21.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (16.2°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Chimbote, Peru

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chimbote, Peru

  • Average sunshine days in March: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Chimbote, Peru

  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in March
Chimbote, Peru

  • Average cloud cover in March: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in March
Chimbote, Peru

  • 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).