March weather forecastBenton, CA
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Benton, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C).Temperature
During March, the average high-temperature is a still cold 42.6°F (5.9°C), maintaining a close resemblance to that of the preceding month. The mean low-temperature during March nights in Benton is a subzero cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 62%.Rainfall
In Benton, in March, during 5 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Benton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 51.4 days and collects up to 9.21" (234mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 8.1 days. Throughout March, 7.17" (182mm) of snow is accumulated. In Benton, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.4 days and aggregates up to 42.72" (1085mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:48 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:16 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 March, the average sunshine is 9.2h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Benton, CA
- Average high temperature in March: 42.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.6°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 25.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Benton, CA
- Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Benton, CA
- Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Benton, CA
- Average humidity in March: 62%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (29%).
Average rainfall in March
Benton, CA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.24").
Average rainfall days in March
Benton, CA
- Average rainfall days in March: 5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (6.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Benton, CA
- Average snowfall in March: 7.17"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Benton, CA
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Benton, CA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 9h and 12min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Benton, CA
- Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (18.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Benton, CA
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Benton, CA
- Average cloud cover in March: 22
The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 22).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in March
Benton, 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).
