March weather forecast
Paracas, Peru

March

Weather in March

March in Paracas maintains continuity in terms of weather pattern from the previous month. Despite the dip in sea temperature, the city continues to enjoy relatively stable and moderate weather. Noticeably, the overall rainfall, daylight, sun hours, and UV index remain consistent, giving the month a sense of cohesion with its predecessor. There's a decline in the thermal scale, but temperatures still range from 27°C (80.6°F) to 19°C (66.2°F).

Temperature

The warmest period is usually observed in February and March, with the average high-temperature peaking at 27°C (80.6°F).

Rainfall

In Paracas, rain does not fall in January, March, April, October and December.

Sea temperature

In March, the average sea temperature is 20°C (68°F).
Note: The majority of individuals find swimming in 20°C (68°F) to be unenjoyable. The difficulty in controlling breathing rises as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Paracas, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:07 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 12 in March interprets into the following advice:
Employ every precaution of importance, unprotected skin and eyes could burn within moments. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest in Paracas?
Paracas's warmest months, February and March, record an average high-temperature of 27°C (80.6°F).
What is the usual temperature for Paracas in March?
The high-temperature in Paracas, Peru, during March is 27°C (80.6°F) and the low-temperature is 19°C (66.2°F).
What is the driest month in Paracas?
In Paracas, Peru, rain does not fall in January, March, April, October and December.
Does it rain in Paracas in March?
In March, in Paracas, it doesn't rain. February is the latest month when it rains.
How cold is the water in March in Paracas?
In March, the average sea temperature in Paracas, Peru, is 20°C (68°F). Swimming in 20°C (68°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
How many hours of daylight does Paracas have in March?
The average day length in March is 12h and 10min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Paracas?
On the first day of March in Paracas, Peru, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:07 -05.
How long on average sun shines in March in Paracas?
In Paracas, Peru, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.
When is the highest UV index in Paracas?
The months with the highest UV index are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12.
What is the UV index reading in March in Paracas?
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Paracas, Peru, is 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index
Average temperature in March - Paracas, Peru
Average temperature in March
Paracas, Peru
  • Average high temperature in March: 27°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (27°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (20°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 19°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are February and March (19°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June, July, August and September (13°C).

Average rainfall in March - Paracas, Peru
Average rainfall in March
Paracas, Peru
  • Average rainfall in March: 0mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February, May, June, July, August, September and November (1mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, April, October and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Paracas, Peru
Average rainfall days in March
Paracas, Peru
  • Average rainfall days in March: 1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and July (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March - Paracas, Peru
Average sea temperature in March
Paracas, Peru
  • Average sea temperature in March: 20°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (20.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (15.4°C).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Paracas, Peru
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Paracas, Peru
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h).
The months with the least sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 3h).

Average UV index in March - Paracas, Peru
Average UV index in March
Paracas, Peru
  • Average UV index in March: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).

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