March weather forecastPalm Desert, CA
March
Weather in March
March ushers in noticeable changes in the Palm Desert climate, presenting warmer conditions and reduced precipitation. The maximum temperature climbs to 67.3°F (19.6°C) during the daytime, making it a pleasing time for outdoor enthusiasts. The drop in total rainfall to around 0.28" (7mm) eases the dampness in the air, meanwhile, the increasing sunlight hours contribute to a brighter and more welcoming environment. The wind speed escalates, though it remains within comfortable parameters for most outdoor activities. As winter transitions into spring, Palm Desert experiences a gradual incline in favorable weather conditions.Temperature
With the onset of March, Palm Desert's average high-temperature experiences a slight rise, moving from February's comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C) to a still enjoyable 67.3°F (19.6°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C) on average during March.Humidity
In Palm Desert, the average relative humidity in March is 41%.Rainfall
In Palm Desert, in March, it is raining for 3.9 days, with typically 0.28" (7mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Palm Desert, there are 51.6 rainfall days, and 6.06" (154mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Palm Desert is 12h and 0min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 5:42 pm PST. On the last day of March, in Palm Desert, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:05 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 is 9.1h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Palm Desert, CA
- Average high temperature in March: 67.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (58.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 48.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (43.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Palm Desert, CA
- Average pressure in March: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.8"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Palm Desert, CA
- Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Palm Desert, CA
- Average humidity in March: 41%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (47%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and August (29%).
Average rainfall in March
Palm Desert, CA
- Average rainfall in March: 0.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.12").
Average rainfall days in March
Palm Desert, CA
- Average rainfall days in March: 3.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.8 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Palm Desert, 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: 9h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Palm Desert, CA
- Average sunshine days in March: 26.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (18.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Palm Desert, CA
- Average UV index in March: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in March
Palm Desert, CA
- Average cloud cover in March: 16
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in March
Palm Desert, 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).
