Climate guide for Cali, Colombia

Cali in March

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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March · Colombia

Best time to visit Cali in March Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Cali in March

Average temperature 17°C, 143 mm of rain, about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

March score

6.4/10

Ranked #9 of 12 months

Full year for Cali
Avg temp
17°C
Rainfall
143 mm
Humidity
86%
Days with 6h+ sun
14
Crowd Density
Quiet / Uncrowded
Average Expenses
$ · Budget Friendly ($)

March in Cali scores 6.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 17°C, 143 mm of rain, and roughly 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Cali is Colombia's salsa capital, with warm evenings, colonial churches and Andean foothills.

March in Cali — middling scores, decent value

Temperatures hover around 17°C (62°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.

143 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.

That is 6.4/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 8.5/10 for the best month here.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.

Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

If your dates are flexible, August is materially better in Cali — 2.1 points higher on the same scale.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Cali in March?
In March, Cali averages 17°C, 143 mm of rain, and about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.4/10.
Is March a good time to visit Cali?
March earns a 6.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Cali in March?
Expect about 143 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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