March weather forecastLong Beach, CA
March
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 (11.7°C) and 66.4°F (19.1°C), 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
Upon the onset of March, Long Beach witnesses an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. Long Beach witnesses an average low-temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C) throughout the month of March.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 64%.Rainfall
In March, in Long Beach, California, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout March, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 47.2 rainfall days, and 5.59" (142mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In March, the average ocean temperature is 58.5°F (14.7°C).Note: Dipping into 58.5°F (14.7°C) below 50°F (10°C) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 55.4°F (13°C) feels cold to the bone.
Daylight
The average length of the day in March 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, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:13 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 Long Beach, the average sunshine in March is 8.8h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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).
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 48min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
