March weather forecast
Long Beach, CA

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A colorful sunset sky over the Pacific Ocean in Long Beach, California
A colorful sunset sky over the Pacific Ocean in Long Beach, California

Weather in March

March in Long Beach, California, sets the stage for spring and signals an end to the colder months of the year. Moderately warm days and cool nights dominate the weather scene. Temperatures during March move between 53.1°F and 66.4°F, making the month significantly warmer than February. With the arrival of April, anticipate a steady rise in temperature and a reduction in relative humidity. March's increasing day lengths contribute to making the month conducive for a range of outdoor activities.

Temperature

Long Beach's shift into March is marked by a subtle change to a still enjoyable 66.4°F from February's 64°F in temperature. In March, Long Beach's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 53.1°F during the night.

Humidity

In Long Beach, the average relative humidity in March is 64%.

Rainfall

In Long Beach, in March, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 0.67" of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 47.2 rainfall days, and 5.59" of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In March, the average ocean temperature is 58.5°F.
Note: Staying in 58.5°F waters for just a few moments at 55.4°F can be harrowing, and below 50°F poses breathing and cold shock risks, depending on individual tolerance.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:49 pm PST. On the last day of March, in Long Beach, California, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:12 pm PDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from PDT to PST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Long Beach is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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FAQ

What are March temperatures in Long Beach?

March temperatures in Long Beach vary between a high-temperature of 66.4°F and a low-temperature of 53.1°F.

What is the average humidity in March in Long Beach?

In Long Beach, California, the average relative humidity in March is 64%.

How many days does it rain in March in Long Beach?

In March, in Long Beach, California, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout March, 0.67" of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in March in Long Beach?

In March, the average ocean temperature in Long Beach is 58.5°F. Swimming in 58.5°F is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in March in Long Beach?

The average day length in March in Long Beach is 12h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Long Beach?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:49 pm PST. On the last day of the month, in Long Beach, California, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:12 pm PDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Long Beach?

On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. DST ends Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Long Beach?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Long Beach?

In Long Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Long Beach, CA

Average temperature in March - Long Beach, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 66.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (63.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 53.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (52°F).

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Average pressure in March
Long Beach, CA

Average pressure in March - Long Beach, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Long Beach, CA

Average wind speed in March - Long Beach, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Long Beach, CA

Average humidity in March - Long Beach, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (55%).

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Average rainfall in March
Long Beach, CA

Average rainfall in March - Long Beach, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in March
Long Beach, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Long Beach, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.8 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Long Beach, CA

Average sea temperature in March - Long Beach, CA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 58.4°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (67.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (58.3°F).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Long Beach, CA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Long Beach, CA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Long Beach, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Long Beach, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 24.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (20.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Long Beach, CA

Average UV index in March - Long Beach, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in March
Long Beach, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Long Beach, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 22

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in March
Long Beach, CA

Average visibility in March - Long Beach, 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).

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