March Weather in San Luis Obispo

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in San Luis Obispo, United States, during March is characterized by an average temperature of 13°C (55°F). Highs can soar to 22°C (72°F), while lows may dip to 6°C (43°F). Typically, the humidity level in San Luis Obispo throughout March hovers around 80%.

6°C (43°F)

Minimum temperature

13°C (55°F)

Average temperature

22°C (72°F)

Maximum temperature

80%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In March, San Luis Obispo averages 84 mm (3.3 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 9 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 59 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 10 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 61% probability of sunny days during this period.

84 mm (3.3 inches)

Precipitation

9 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 10 minutes

Sunshine hours

61%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In March, the UV Index in San Luis Obispo reaches a maximum of 8, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 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 3 4 6 7 8 7 6 4 2 1 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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