Arequipa weather in March

March in Arequipa: nice, soaked, with clean air — fine if you can take 29 rainy days.
#12 of 12 months in Arequipa · #443 of 897 destinations to visit in March · comfort 77/100 (tier B)
Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
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Arequipa climate normals — March
| Daytime high | 19°C / 66°F | 😎 nice |
|---|---|---|
| Nighttime low | 12°C / 53°F | |
| Rainfall | 208 mm / 8.2 in | ⛈ soaked |
| Rainy days | 29 days | |
| Humidity | 90% | 💦 very humid |
| Dew point | 13°C / 55°F | |
| Sunshine | 8.7 h/day | |
| Daylight | 12.2 h | |
| Wind | 11 km/h / 7 mph | |
| Air quality (US AQI) | 32 | 🍃 good |
Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.
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Arequipa in March — FAQ
- Is March a good time to visit Arequipa?
- March in Arequipa: nice, soaked, with clean air — fine if you can take 29 rainy days. It ranks #12 of 12 months for Arequipa on SeasonMap's comfort score (77/100).
- What is the weather like in Arequipa in March?
- In March, Arequipa averages a daily high of 19.1°C and a low of 11.9°C, with about 207.7 mm of rain over roughly 29.2 rainy days.
- What is the air quality in Arequipa in March?
- Arequipa has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 32 in March.