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Buenos Aires in March
The year's rain peaks now, with about 4.8 in (123 mm) falling in Buenos Aires, alongside highs near 76°F (25°C) and lows of 67°F (19°C).
It scores 83/100 for comfort, 9th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 76°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 67°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 4.8 in (123 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 43%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 16 min
- Comfort score
- 83/100 · Great
What March feels like
Days are warm, averaging 76°F (25°C).
After dark, temperatures fall to about 67°F (19°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 4.8 in (123 mm) across the month.
Plan around March
March is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April & May and November – February).
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, January – March.
- Comfort holds steady from February (84 → 83/100).
- March sits inside the Mar – May, Sep – Nov window our Buenos Aires, Mendoza & Iguazú route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clothes76°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Buenos Aires in March
With 4.8 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
El Cuartito
Classic 1934 pizzeria serving thick, cheesy porteño pizza and fainá under sports posters.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 4.8 in of rain.
El Ateneo Grand Splendid
Bookstore inside a 1919 theater, with a cafe on the former stage.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 4.8 in of rain.
Florería Atlántico
Cocktail bar hidden behind a flower shop, with drinks built on immigrant traditions.
Why now Easy to slot in when March's rain moves in.
Recoleta Cemetery
Walled city of ornate mausoleums, including Eva Perón's family tomb.
MALBA
Museum of Latin American art with works by Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera and Xul Solar.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in March.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Buenos Aires in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Buenos Aires?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 83/100 against a best of 89 in April & May and November – February. Expect highs of 76°F (25°C) and 4.8 in (123 mm) of rain. March is inside the Mar – May, Sep – Nov window our Buenos Aires, Mendoza & Iguazú route recommends.
How hot is Buenos Aires in March?
Average highs are 76°F (25°C) and average lows 67°F (19°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Buenos Aires in March?
Yes: about 4.8 in (123 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 43.5 in (1104 mm).
What should I pack for Buenos Aires in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (76°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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Routes in season in March
- Buenos Aires, Mendoza & Iguazú Mar – May, Sep – Nov
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