March weather forecast
Modesto, CA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also an enjoyable month in Modesto, California, with an average temperature varying between 65.7°F and 44.2°F.

Temperature

Modesto, California, experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a still comfortable 65.7°F with the onset of March, maintaining near parity with February's 61.2°F. Modesto throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 44.2°F.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Modesto is March, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.3" of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Modesto is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:57 pm PST. On the last day of March, in Modesto, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:25 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 8.2h.

UV index

In Modesto, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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FAQ

What is the usual temperature for Modesto in March?

March temperatures in Modesto vary between a high-temperature of 65.7°F and a low-temperature of 44.2°F.

What is the average humidity in March in Modesto?

In Modesto, the average relative humidity in March is 70%.

What is the wettest month in Modesto?

March is the month with the most rainfall in Modesto. Rain falls for 10.3 days and accumulates 1.3" of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Modesto in March?

In Modesto, California, in March, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.3" of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Modesto?

In Modesto, California, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Modesto?

On the first day of March in Modesto, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:57 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:25 pm PDT.

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

On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Modesto, California, 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 Modesto?

In Modesto, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Modesto?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Modesto is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Modesto, CA

Average temperature in March - Modesto, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 65.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (97.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (41.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Modesto, CA

Average pressure in March - Modesto, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Modesto, CA

Average wind speed in March - Modesto, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Modesto, CA

Average humidity in March - Modesto, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (37%).

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Average rainfall in March
Modesto, CA

Average rainfall in March - Modesto, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.3").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in March
Modesto, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Modesto, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.9 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Modesto, CA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Modesto, 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 1min

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

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Average sunshine days in March
Modesto, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Modesto, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (19.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Modesto, CA

Average UV index in March - Modesto, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Modesto, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Modesto, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

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Average visibility in March
Modesto, CA

Average visibility in March - Modesto, 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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