March weather forecastCapitola, CA
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Capitola, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature ranging between max 60.4°F (15.8°C) and min 45.9°F (7.7°C).Temperature
Capitola, California, observes an average high-temperature of a still moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C) in March, barely different from 59.4°F (15.2°C) in February. Capitola experiences a mean temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) during March nights.Humidity
The most humid month in Capitola is March, with an average relative humidity of 75%.Rainfall
In Capitola, in March, during 13.4 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Capitola, there are 77.9 rainfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In March, the average ocean temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).Note: At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:02 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:29 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 7.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 4 during March leads to these advisories:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Capitola, CA
- Average high temperature in March: 60.4°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 45.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is September (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (45.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Capitola, CA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Capitola, CA
- Average wind speed in March: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Capitola, CA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in March
Capitola, CA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.48"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.8").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").
Average rainfall days in March
Capitola, CA
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.2 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Capitola, CA
- Average sea temperature in March: 54.5°F
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (53.8°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Capitola, 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 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Capitola, CA
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (16.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Capitola, CA
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and November (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in March
Capitola, CA
- Average cloud cover in March: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in March
Capitola, 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).
