March · Peru
Best time to visit Huaraz in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Huaraz in March
Average temperature 9°C, 42 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 71% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
8.1/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 9°C
- Rainfall
- 42 mm
- Humidity
- 71%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 16
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
March in Huaraz scores 8.1/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 9°C, 42 mm of rain, and roughly 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Huaraz is the trekking hub of the Cordillera Blanca, with glacial lakes and snow peaks above the valley.
March holds up well in Huaraz — 12th best month
Expect 9°C (47°F) in March. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
With around 42 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.1 hours of daylight fill the rest.
That is 8.1/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 9.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Huaraz in March?
- In March, Huaraz averages 9°C, 42 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.1/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Huaraz?
- March earns a 8.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Huaraz in March?
- Expect about 42 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 71% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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