For those searching for an ideal March holiday with excellent weather, Santiago is a perfect choice. Average maximum temperatures are +81°F. Expect about 23 sunny days, making it the perfect place to enjoy the sunshine. It's worth noting that there may be some rainfall, with an average of 7 mm of precipitation over 3 rainy days. So, take your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it looks like amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+81°F
Avg. max. temperature
+43°F
Min.
+95°F
Max.
7 mm
Total precipitation
58%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
23 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Santiago has great weather in March.
Average temperature in Santiago in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Santiago for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in March is +86°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +93°F during the day and a minimum of +52°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 4% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +91°F to +93°F.
Is Santiago warm or cold in March?
Santiago is typically warm in March.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +84°F to +81°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +61°F to +57°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Santiago:
Climate in Santiago in March
Santiago weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+84°F
+81°F
+73°F
Min. temperature
+48°F
+43°F
+32°F
Max. temperature
+97°F
+95°F
+90°F
Rainfall
4 mm
7 mm
24 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
54%
58%
64%
Air pressure
1012 HPa
1013 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
22
23
16
Cloudy days
3
5
9
Rainy days
3
3
4
Snowy days
0
0
0
March weather is still as great as in February.It’s getting colder in March. From +84°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +81°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 4 mm to 7 mm.Humidity rises from 54% to 58%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 2 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 22 to 23.
April brings much the same weather, it remains great.
Wind speed in Santiago in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Santiago is gradually decreasing during March, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
How was the weather last March in Santiago?
This is the weather in Santiago in March 2023:
1 March
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+91°F
2 March
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+93°F
3 March
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+82°F
4 March
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+90°F
5 March
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+89°F
6 March
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+81°F
7 March
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+85°F
8 March
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+84°F
9 March
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+85°F
10 March
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+85°F
11 March
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+82°F
12 March
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+79°F
13 March
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+84°F
14 March
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+82°F
15 March
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+81°F
16 March
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+84°F
17 March
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+84°F
18 March
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+85°F
19 March
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+86°F
20 March
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+85°F
21 March
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+87°F
22 March
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+89°F
23 March
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+89°F
24 March
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+89°F
25 March
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+90°F
26 March
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+83°F
27 March
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+81°F
28 March
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+80°F
29 March
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+82°F
30 March
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+85°F
31 March
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+93°F
In March 2023 Santiago had 31 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +86°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +79°F. The average humidity was 59%, with a maximum of 91% and a minimum of 21%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Santiago climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Santiago in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2007 (+70°F) and the highest in 2020 (+75°F). The driest year was 1998 with only 165 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1997 with 1031 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Santiago in March:
Is March a good time to visit Santiago?
Yes, March is a great time to go to Santiago, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Santiago.
Can you sunbathe in Santiago in March?
March is warm in Santiago. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Is Santiago rainy in March?
Santiago is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Santiago in March?
Yes, Santiago is sunny in March. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Santiago, 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.