March weather forecast
El Portal, CA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a cold month in El Portal, California, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and max 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The transition into March is marked with an average high-temperature of a still wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C), showing an insignificant shift from February's 40.3°F (4.6°C). During the month of March, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In March, in El Portal, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In El Portal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 48.1 days and collects up to 17.36" (441mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.6 days and accumulates 19.92" (506mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PST. On the last day of March, in El Portal, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:21 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 months with the lowest UV index in El Portal are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March translates into these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in El Portal in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in El Portal, records 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the low-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

What is the most humid month in El Portal?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, March is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in March in El Portal?

The average relative humidity in March in El Portal, California, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in El Portal?

In El Portal, California, in March, during 4.3 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in El Portal?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 19.92" (506mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in El Portal in March?

In El Portal, during March, snow falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 19.92" (506mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does El Portal have in March?

The average day length in March in El Portal is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in El Portal?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:21 pm PDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in El Portal?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in El Portal, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in El Portal?

The average sunshine duration in March in El Portal, California, is 7.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in El Portal?

The months with the lowest UV index in El Portal, California, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in March in El Portal?

In El Portal, California, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
El Portal, CA

Average temperature in March - El Portal, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (22.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
El Portal, CA

Average pressure in March - El Portal, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
El Portal, CA

Average wind speed in March - El Portal, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
El Portal, CA

Average humidity in March - El Portal, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (38%).

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Average rainfall in March
El Portal, CA

Average rainfall in March - El Portal, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in March
El Portal, CA

Average rainfall days in March - El Portal, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (7.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
El Portal, CA

Average snowfall in March - El Portal, CA
  • Average snowfall in March: 19.92"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (19.92").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
El Portal, CA

Average snowfall days in March - El Portal, CA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
El Portal, CA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - El Portal, 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: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
El Portal, CA

Average sunshine days in March - El Portal, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (17 days).

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Average UV index in March
El Portal, CA

Average UV index in March - El Portal, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
El Portal, CA

Average cloud cover in March - El Portal, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in March
El Portal, CA

Average visibility in March - El Portal, CA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is March (5mi).

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