March weather forecastAlta Sierra, CA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Alta Sierra, California, with an average temperature ranging between min 39.9°F (4.4°C) and max 56.5°F (13.6°C).Temperature
Alta Sierra's weather, upon March's arrival, documents an average high-temperature of a refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C), nearly identical to the prior month. Alta Sierra's average low-temperature during March nights is observed to be an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C).Humidity
The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 75%.Rainfall
March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.1 days and accumulates 6.57" (167mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Alta Sierra, in March, during 2.4 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Alta Sierra, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.8 days and aggregates up to 14.41" (366mm) of snow.Daylight
In Alta Sierra, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:57 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:27 pm PDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from PDT to PST.
Sunshine
In Alta Sierra, the average sunshine in March is 7.2h.UV index
In Alta Sierra, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Alta Sierra, CA
- Average high temperature in March: 56.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (51.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 39.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (37.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Alta Sierra, CA
- Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Alta Sierra, CA
- Average wind speed in March: 5.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Alta Sierra, CA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (37%).
Average rainfall in March
Alta Sierra, CA
- Average rainfall in March: 6.57"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (6.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").
Average rainfall days in March
Alta Sierra, CA
- Average rainfall days in March: 15.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Alta Sierra, CA
- Average snowfall in March: 4.13"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Alta Sierra, CA
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Alta Sierra, CA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Alta Sierra, CA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Alta Sierra, CA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Alta Sierra, CA
- Average cloud cover in March: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).
Average visibility in March
Alta Sierra, CA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
