Planning a trip to Lima in March? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +73°F and approximately 8 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 5 rainy days and 4 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
March is usually the hottest month of the year in Lima;
Average weather
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+73°F
Avg. max. temperature
+63°F
Min.
+84°F
Max.
4 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
18 ⛅️
Cloudy
5 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Lima has good weather in March.
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Average temperature in Lima in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Lima for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +77°F during the day to a minimum of +68°F during the night, the temperature in March averages around +73°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 40% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +72°F to +75°F.
Is Lima warm or cold in March?
Lima is typically warm in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +73°F to +73°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +68°F to +68°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
March is the hottest month in Lima, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Lima in March
Water in Lima in March is Comfortable. It varies from +65°F to +78°F, with an average of +72°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +73°F.
The water temperature in March is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Lima are reached in February, when the average sea temperature rises to +72°F. The coldest water temperatures are in September, with an average of +61°F.
Can you swim in Lima in March?
The water in Lima in March is pretty comfortable (+72°F in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.
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Climate in Lima in March
Lima weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+73°F
+73°F
+70°F
Min. temperature
+63°F
+63°F
+59°F
Max. temperature
+84°F
+84°F
+81°F
Rainfall
4 mm
4 mm
1 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+72°F
+72°F
+69°F
Humidity
81%
81%
83%
Air pressure
1010 HPa
1010 HPa
1011 HPa
Sunny days
6
8
7
Cloudy days
17
18
21
Rainy days
5
5
2
Snowy days
0
0
0
March weather is still as good as in February.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +73°F for average maximum temperature during the day.The rainfall amount in March stays the same as in the previous month with a 4 mm of total precipitation.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 81%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 3 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 6 to 8.
April brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Lima in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Lima is gradually increasing during March, going from 4 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Lima based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 68% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 35 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 4 mm, which is considered light rain.March is a pretty wet month with over 21 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
March is one of the rainiest months in Lima, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Lima wettest month is March, where a typical day has a 16% chance of precipitation and 4 mm of rainfall per day. May, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last March in Lima?
This is the weather in Lima in March 2023:
1 March
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+71°F
2 March
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+70°F
3 March
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+72°F
4 March
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+71°F
5 March
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+71°F
6 March
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+72°F
7 March
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+74°F
8 March
🌧️
+73°F
9 March
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+75°F
10 March
🌧️
+73°F
11 March
🌧️
+74°F
12 March
☁️
+74°F
13 March
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+74°F
14 March
🌧️
+73°F
15 March
🌧️
+76°F
16 March
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+75°F
17 March
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+75°F
18 March
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+74°F
19 March
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+74°F
20 March
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+75°F
21 March
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+75°F
22 March
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+74°F
23 March
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+74°F
24 March
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+75°F
25 March
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+75°F
26 March
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+74°F
27 March
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+74°F
28 March
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+74°F
29 March
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+76°F
30 March
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+75°F
31 March
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+75°F
In March 2023 Lima had 19 sunny days, 5 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +73°F, with an absolute maximum of +77°F and a minimum of +70°F. The average humidity was 82%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 62%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Lima climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Lima in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2007 (+65°F) and the highest in 1997 (+71°F). The driest year was 1992 with only 2 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 69 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Lima in March:
Is March a good time to visit Lima?
March is a really good time to go to Lima. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Lima.
Can you sunbathe in Lima in March?
March is warm in Lima. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Lima in March?
Yes, the water temperature in Lima in March is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +72°F.
Is Lima rainy in March?
Lima is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Lima in March?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Lima in March, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
How much does it cost to fly to Lima in March?
The normal prices to fly to Lima is $17,097 - $17,097. It means that the majority of our users have picked flights in this range. To find the best price we recommend you search early, using our flexible dates feature.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Lima, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
