Climate guide for Viña del Mar, Chile

Viña del Mar in March

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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March · Chile

Best time to visit Viña del Mar in March Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Viña del Mar in March

Average temperature 19°C, 1 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 49% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

March score

8.3/10

Ranked #3 of 12 months

Full year for Viña del Mar
Avg temp
19°C
Rainfall
1 mm
Humidity
49%
Days with 6h+ sun
29
Crowd Density
Moderate Crowds
Average Expenses
$$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)

March in Viña del Mar scores 8.3/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 19°C, 1 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Viña del Mar is Chile’s garden seaside resort-flower clock, casino strip, and easy hops to Valparaíso hills. Best window: October-April in the Southern Hemisphere.

March holds up well in Viña del Mar — 3rd best month

With 19°C (67°F) on average, March delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.

At just 1 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.2 hours of daylight.

That is 8.3/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 9/10 for the best month here.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.

Budget for peak pricing, and crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Viña del Mar in March?
In March, Viña del Mar averages 19°C, 1 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.3/10.
Is March a good time to visit Viña del Mar?
March earns a 8.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Viña del Mar in March?
Expect about 1 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 49% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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