Climate guide for Cajón del Maipo, Chile

Cajón del Maipo in March

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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March · Chile

Best time to visit Cajón del Maipo in March Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Cajón del Maipo in March

Average temperature 8°C, 4 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 32% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

March score

8.9/10

Ranked #4 of 12 months

Full year for Cajón del Maipo
Avg temp
8°C
Rainfall
4 mm
Humidity
32%
Days with 6h+ sun
31
Crowd Density
Moderate Crowds
Average Expenses
$$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)

March in Cajón del Maipo scores 8.9/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 8°C, 4 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Cajón del Maipo is Santiago’s weekend Andes-hot springs, canyon roads, and trailheads within a couple of hours. Best window: October-April in the Southern Hemisphere.

March in Cajón del Maipo — one of the year's strongest windows (4th)

March averages 8°C (46°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.

Rain is a non-issue at 4 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.3 hours of daylight to work with.

A 8.9/10 puts this among the year's best months in Cajón del Maipo (4th of 12); only January scores higher, at 9.6/10.

Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, footwear you can get muddy.

Plan for peak pricing, with crowds are moderate.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Cajón del Maipo in March?
In March, Cajón del Maipo averages 8°C, 4 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.9/10.
Is March a good time to visit Cajón del Maipo?
March earns a 8.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Cajón del Maipo in March?
Expect about 4 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 32% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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