March weather forecastMerced, CA
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Merced, is still a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.7°F (19.3°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).Temperature
The arrival of March marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C) from February's 61.5°F (16.4°C). In March, the nighttime temperature plummets remarkably from the daily apex to a steady average of 45°F (7.2°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 67%.Rainfall
March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Merced is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Merced, California, the average sunshine in March is 8.2h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Merced is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during March leads to these instructions:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Merced, CA
- Average high temperature in March: 66.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (99.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 45°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (41.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Merced, CA
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Merced, CA
- Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and November (5.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Merced, CA
- Average humidity in March: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (32%).
Average rainfall in March
Merced, CA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.04").
Average rainfall days in March
Merced, CA
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.1 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Merced, 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: 8h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Merced, CA
- Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (18.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Merced, CA
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in March
Merced, CA
- Average cloud cover in March: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 32).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in March
Merced, 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).
