March Weather in California

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in California, United States, during March is characterized by an average temperature of 8°C (47°F). Highs can soar to 25°C (77°F), while lows may dip to -8°C (17°F). Typically, the humidity level in California throughout March hovers around 75%.

-8°C (17°F)

Minimum temperature

8°C (47°F)

Average temperature

25°C (77°F)

Maximum temperature

75%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In March, California averages 114 mm (4.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 58 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 6 hours 44 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 44% probability of sunny days during this period.

114 mm (4.5 inches)

Precipitation

12 rainy days

Rainy days

6 hours 44 minutes

Sunshine hours

44%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In March, the UV Index in California reaches a maximum of 7, indicating a level of High exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 25 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 2 4 5 6 7 6 5 3 2 1 1
Exposure Low Moderate High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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