Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Puebla in March
Puebla warms up: highs climb to 78°F (26°C), from 74°F in February, with lows of 48°F (9°C) and about 0.7 in (19 mm) of rain.
At 99/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 78°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 48°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 0.7 in (19 mm)
- Humidity
- 48%
- Cloud cover
- 33%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 52 min
- Comfort score
- 99/100 · Great
What March feels like
Highs settle around 78°F (26°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 48°F (9°C), about 17°C (30°F) below the afternoon high.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.7 in (19 mm) of rain.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 33%.
Plan around March
March is one of Puebla's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from February (100 → 99/100).
- March sits inside the Oct – Apr window our Mexico City to Oaxaca route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 78°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 48°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Puebla in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Talavera Uriarte
Talavera pottery workshop since 1824 with tours of the hand-painting process.
Museo Amparo
Pre-Hispanic and colonial art museum with a rooftop terrace over the domes.
Capilla del Rosario
Baroque chapel inside Templo de Santo Domingo covered in gold leaf.
La Pasita
Tiny bar since 1916 pouring its signature raisin liqueur shot.
Callejón de los Sapos
Antique and flea market lane, busiest on weekends.
Why now March scores 99/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in March
- Mexico City in March~66 mi · highs 78°F, 0.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Oaxaca in March~167 mi · highs 84°F, 0.5 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
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.
Puebla in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Puebla?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 99/100. Expect highs of 78°F (26°C) and 0.7 in (19 mm) of rain. March is inside the Oct – Apr window our Mexico City to Oaxaca route recommends.
How hot is Puebla in March?
Average highs are 78°F (26°C) and average lows 48°F (9°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Puebla in March?
Not much: about 0.7 in (19 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 34.6 in (878 mm).
What should I pack for Puebla in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 78°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 48°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in March
- Mexico City to Oaxaca Oct – Apr
Planning Puebla in March?
Share this March plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.