Colombia Bogotá Weather in March — Climate Guide
March in Bogotá is good
Bogotá Weather in March — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 20° / 10°
- Rainfall
- 100mm · 14 days
- Crowds
- Moderate
As of 2026, Bogotá in March averages a high of 20°C and low of 10°C with 100mm of rain over about 14 days. Transition toward the rains. Around 20°C/10°C. Light layers by day, a jacket for cool evenings, and a rain jacket or umbrella as afternoon showers become more frequent late in the month. Extreme UV — sunscreen.
March is good for Bogotá.
March is a transition month: it begins in the dry season but the first rains start to build by late March. Highs hold around 20°C with lows near 10°C.
Early March still gives good, mostly dry sightseeing weather, while later weeks see more afternoon showers (about 100mm overall) — carry a rain jacket.
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Bogotá March Weather Stats
Avg High
20°C
Avg Low
10°C
Rainy Days
14
100mm total
Sunshine
4.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
75%
comfortable
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
8 km/h
Gusts 16
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
March Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
24 μg/m³
PM10
44 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
20°C
Nighttime
9°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
8 km/h
Max gust 16 km/h
Activities Recommended for March
March Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Early March still dry and clear
- Possible Ibero-American Theater Festival (even years)
- Mild, layer-friendly days
- Ciclovía every Sunday
Cons
- Rains build by late March
- Cool nights near 10°C
- Extreme UV at altitude
- More cloud than mid-summer dry months
March Events & Festivals
- Dry season ending; rains build late March
- Holy Week (Semana Santa) often falls in late Mar-Apr
- Ibero-American Theater Festival (even years, ~Mar-Apr)
- Ciclovía every Sunday & holiday
Bogotá in March — Full Picture
March is a transition month: it begins in the dry season but the first rains start to build by late March. Highs hold around 20°C with lows near 10°C.
Early March still gives good, mostly dry sightseeing weather, while later weeks see more afternoon showers (about 100mm overall) — carry a rain jacket.
If your trip coincides with the biennial Ibero-American Theater Festival (one of the world's largest, in even-numbered years around March-April), the city fills with performances. Holy Week (Semana Santa) sometimes falls late in the month or in April; it's observed quietly and many locals leave town.
The altitude basics don't change: extreme UV even under cloud, and chilly nights. Pack sunscreen and a hat for sunny spells, a jacket for evenings, and rain protection for the building afternoon showers.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Transition toward the rains. Around 20°C/10°C. Light layers by day, a jacket for cool evenings, and a rain jacket or umbrella as afternoon showers become more frequent late in the month. Extreme UV — sunscreen.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current19.3°C
10.3°C
16.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
19°C
9.3°C
13.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
19°C
9.7°C
17.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
20°C
8.3°C
10.3/mo
Bogotá Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 20° | 8° | 9d·45mm | 5.5h | 72% | 11 | Busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 20° | 9° | 10d·60mm | 5h | 73% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 20° | 10° | 14d·100mm | 4.5h | 75% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 19° | 10° | 18d·150mm | 4h | 78% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 19° | 11° | 18d·120mm | 4h | 78% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 19° | 10° | 14d·60mm | 4.5h | 75% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| July (Best) | 19° | 9° | 13d·50mm | 5h | 73% | 11 | Busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 19° | 9° | 14d·55mm | 5h | 73% | 11 | Busy | Peak |
| 19° | 9° | 15d·75mm | 4.5h | 75% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 19° | 10° | 19d·160mm | 3.5h | 79% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 19° | 10° | 18d·130mm | 3.5h | 79% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| December (Best) | 20° | 8° | 12d·75mm | 5h | 75% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is March a good time to visit Bogotá?
Bogotá in March is good. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Bogotá in March?
Bogotá March averages a high of 20°C and a low of 10°C.
Does it rain much in Bogotá in March?
Bogotá March averages 100mm of rainfall over about 14 rainy days.
What should I wear in Bogotá in March?
Transition toward the rains. Around 20°C/10°C. Light layers by day, a jacket for cool evenings, and a rain jacket or umbrella as afternoon showers become more frequent late in the month. Extreme UV — sunscreen.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Bogotá in March?
Bogotá March sunrise is 06:05 and sunset is 18:05, with 12h 00min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Bogotá in March?
Bogotá March air quality (AQI) averages 55, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 24μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Bogotá in March?
In March, Bogotá is great for Monserrate and La Candelaria (early March), Ibero-American Theater Festival (even years), Salt Cathedral day trip.
Is March peak season in Bogotá?
Bogotá March crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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