March · Colombia
Best time to visit Guatapé in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Guatapé in March
Average temperature 22°C, 189 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
6.2/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 189 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 17
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
March in Guatapé scores 6.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 22°C, 189 mm of rain, and roughly 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Guatapé is a lakeside town in Antioquia, Colombia, below the huge rock of El Peñol and its painted houses.
March in Guatapé — workable with trade-offs
At 22°C (72°F) this is comfortable city weather in March, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
189 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 6.2/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 7.9/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, January is materially better in Guatapé — 1.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Guatapé in March?
- In March, Guatapé averages 22°C, 189 mm of rain, and about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.2/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Guatapé?
- March earns a 6.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Guatapé in March?
- Expect about 189 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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