Month guide · San Miguel de Allende · Mexico
San Miguel de Allende in March
What March is really like in San Miguel de Allende: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
March is one of the best months to visit San Miguel de Allende. Expect average highs of 28°C (82°F), lows of 9°C (48°F), about 1 rainy days and roughly 12 hours of daylight. Warm and dry with jacaranda blossom; Semana Santa processions can fall in late March or April.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 28°C (82°F) / 9°C (48°F)
- Rainy days
- About 1
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in March
March is the 4th-warmest month in San Miguel de Allende: days average 28°C (82°F) against a yearly average high of 27°C (81°F), and nights fall to about 9°C (48°F). Rain falls on roughly 1 of its 31 days. Compared with February (25°C (77°F)), March is warmer; by April highs climb to around 30°C (86°F).
- Sunrise (15 March)
- About 06:52
- Sunset (15 March)
- About 18:53
- Daylight
- About 12 hours
Dry winter (December–February). Bright, sunny days in the low 20s °C and cold nights near 5 °C; busy over the holidays and with winter residents.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, March rates 4 for crowds (the peak is December at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in December). Book accommodation early: March is one of the pricier months.
Events in March
- Semana Santa processions (March or April)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in March
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Street · Centro
Calle Aldama
Come early in the morning, before the street fills with cars and wedding shoots, for the clearest view of the spires.
- Time needed
- 20 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Photo spot
- Architecture
- Couples
Gallery · Colonia Guadalupe
Fábrica La Aurora
A cotton-textile mill that operated for most of the 20th century has been converted into an art and design centre, with galleries, artists' studios, antiques, furniture and interiors shops under its high factory roofs.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Art
- Shopping
- Rainy day
- Free
Market · Centro
Mercado de Artesanías
Buy punched-tin mirrors and lanterns here, which are a local craft, and compare a few stalls before choosing.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Shopping
- Free
- Food
Historic site · San Antonio
Instituto Allende
An 18th-century estate of the Counts of La Canal became an art school in the mid-20th century and drew artists and students from abroad, helping shape the town's international character.
- Time needed
- 30–45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Art
- History
- Free
- Architecture
What to pack
For highs near 28°C, lows near 9°C and 1 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is March a good time to visit San Miguel de Allende?
One of the best months to visit San Miguel de Allende, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are February, April and October–November. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is March a good time to visit San Miguel de Allende?
It is one of the best months to visit San Miguel de Allende. Warm and dry with jacaranda blossom; Semana Santa processions can fall in late March or April.
+How warm is San Miguel de Allende in March?
Average highs are around 28°C (82°F) and lows around 9°C (48°F).
+Does it rain a lot in San Miguel de Allende in March?
Expect rain on about 1 days of the month, so it is usually dry.