March weather forecastCarmel-by-the-Sea, CA
March
Weather in March
March is fairly similar to February in terms of weather patterns, yet it is the month with the highest number of rainfall days i.e. 12.3 days. The temperatures continue to remain moderate, and the humidity tends to rise as the precipitation increases. As spring begins, the daylight hours continue to increase, which leads to longer days and shorter nights.Temperature
Carmel-by-the-Sea's average high-temperature marks a still mild 58.5°F (14.7°C) with the advent of March, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. An average minimum temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C) marks the month of March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 77%.Rainfall
In Carmel-by-the-Sea, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 70 rainfall days, and 11.93" (303mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In March, the average ocean temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).Note: In 54.5°F (12.5°C), cold shock and rapid breathing can occur when swimming at temperatures below 50°F (10°C).
Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 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
The average sunshine in March is 7.9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
- Average high temperature in March: 58.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (69.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 47.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is September (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (46.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
- Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.04").
Average rainfall days in March
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.3 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Carmel-by-the-Sea, 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
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (17.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in March
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
- Average cloud cover in March: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in March
Carmel-by-the-Sea, 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).
