March weather forecast
Los Angeles, CA

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Weather in March

The transition period between the winter season and spring settles during March, bringing a subtle change in weather conditions. There is a notable surge in the daylight duration to 12 hours in March compared to 11 hours in February. Along with the daylight increase, March exhibits an increase in both the maximum temperature to 68°F (20°C) and the minimum temperature to 51.4°F (10.8°C). However, Los Angeles experiences a drop in rainfall during March, teasing the oncoming dry season. Economic activities generally pick up during March, thanks to more extended daylight hours and comfortable weather.

Temperature

The commencement of March notes an average high-temperature of a pleasant 68°F (20°C), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. During March, the average low-temperature is recorded at a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 59%.

Rainfall

In Los Angeles, in March, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Los Angeles, during the entire year, the rain falls for 44.6 days and collects up to 8.11" (206mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Los Angeles, 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, 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

The average sunshine in March in Los Angeles, California, 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 medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Los Angeles in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Los Angeles, is 68°F (20°C) and the average low-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Los Angeles?

The average relative humidity in March in Los Angeles, California, is 59%.

How many days does it rain in March in Los Angeles?

In Los Angeles, California, in March, during 6.9 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Los Angeles have in March?

The average day length in March in Los Angeles, California, is 12h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Los Angeles?

On the first day of March in Los Angeles, California, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:49 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:13 pm PDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Los Angeles?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Los Angeles have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Los Angeles is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Los Angeles?

In Los Angeles, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Los Angeles, CA

Average temperature in March - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 68°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (64°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 51.4°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 (49.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Los Angeles, CA

Average pressure in March - Los Angeles, 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
Los Angeles, CA

Average wind speed in March - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Los Angeles, CA

Average humidity in March - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (50%).

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Average rainfall in March
Los Angeles, CA

Average rainfall in March - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in March
Los Angeles, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Los Angeles, CA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Los Angeles, 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: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Los Angeles, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Los Angeles, CA

Average UV index in March - Los Angeles, 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
Los Angeles, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Los Angeles, 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 6).

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Average visibility in March
Los Angeles, CA

Average visibility in March - Los Angeles, 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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