March Weather in Santa Barbara

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Santa Barbara, Spain, during March is characterized by an average temperature of 12°C (54°F). Highs can soar to 20°C (69°F), while lows may dip to 5°C (41°F). Typically, the humidity level in Santa Barbara throughout March hovers around 71%.

5°C (41°F)

Minimum temperature

12°C (54°F)

Average temperature

20°C (69°F)

Maximum temperature

71%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In March, Santa Barbara averages 41 mm (1.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 7 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 57 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 38 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 57% probability of sunny days during this period.

41 mm (1.6 inches)

Precipitation

7 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 38 minutes

Sunshine hours

57%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In March, the UV Index in Santa Barbara reaches a maximum of 5, indicating a level of Moderate exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 30 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 1 1 1 3 4 5 5 5 5 4 3 1 1
Exposure Low Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 45 min

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