March Weather in San Pedro de Atacama

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in San Pedro de Atacama, Chile, during March is characterized by an average temperature of 18°C (64°F). Highs can soar to 28°C (82°F), while lows may dip to 9°C (48°F). Typically, the humidity level in San Pedro de Atacama throughout March hovers around 84%.

9°C (48°F)

Minimum temperature

18°C (64°F)

Average temperature

28°C (82°F)

Maximum temperature

84%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In March, San Pedro de Atacama averages 11 mm (0.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 2 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 10 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 36 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 72% probability of sunny days during this period.

11 mm (0.4 inches)

Precipitation

2 rainy days

Rainy days

11 hours 36 minutes

Sunshine hours

72%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In March, the UV Index in San Pedro de Atacama reaches a maximum of 16, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 14:00 and 16:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
	07:00	08:00	09:00	10:00	11:00	12:00	13:00	14:00	15:00	16:00	17:00	18:00	19:00
UVI	0	1	2	5	9	13	15	16	14	10	6	2	1
Exposure	Low			Moderate	VeryHigh	Extreme				VeryHigh	High	Low
Time to burn	45 min			30 min	15 min	10 min				15 min	25 min	45 min