March · Chile
Best time to visit Patagonia in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Patagonia in March
Average temperature 4°C, 114 mm of rain, about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 87% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
4.7/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 4°C
- Rainfall
- 114 mm
- Humidity
- 87%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 6
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Patagonia scores 4.7/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 4°C, 114 mm of rain, and roughly 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Granite towers, glacier-fed lakes, and open steppe define Chilean Patagonia, with Torres del Paine at the center.
March in Patagonia: expect compromises
March averages 4°C (38°F), cold enough that sightseeing works in bursts rather than in one long day on foot.
At 114 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 4.7/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 7.3/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? January scores 2.6 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Patagonia in March?
- In March, Patagonia averages 4°C, 114 mm of rain, and about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.7/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Patagonia?
- March earns a 4.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Patagonia in March?
- Expect about 114 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 87% and there are about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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