March weather forecastMachu Picchu, Peru
March
Weather in March
Peru's Machu Picchu weather in March transitions into the final part of the rainy season, with rainfall reducing to 151mm (5.94") from February's 141mm (5.55"). The difference in temperature between March and the preceding month is minute, both months recording a high of 25°C (77°F) and a low of 13°C (55.4°F). March sees a slight increase in the number of sunshine hours to 6, from February's 5. Although the weather commences shifting from wet to dry, the number of rainy days only decreases slightly to 13 from February's 20. April is anticipated to bring about more significant changes with reduced rainfall.Temperature
March's onset brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 25°C (77°F), nearly the same as February. With a significant temperature contrast, nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 13°C (55.4°F) in March.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 151mm (5.94") of precipitation.Daylight
In Machu Picchu, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 10min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:53 -05.
Sunshine
In Machu Picchu, the average sunshine in March is 6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 12 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Execute all crucial precautions. Warding off sun exposure is non-negotiable. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Machu Picchu, Peru
- Average high temperature in March: 25°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September, November and December (26°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 13°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are January, February, March, November and December (13°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (9°C).
Average rainfall in March
Machu Picchu, Peru
- Average rainfall in March: 151mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (151mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (17mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Machu Picchu, Peru
- Average rainfall days in March: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (20 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and July (2 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Machu Picchu, Peru
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 12min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h
The months with the most sunshine are May, June, July and August (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h).
Average UV index in March
Machu Picchu, Peru
- Average UV index in March: 12
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 10).
