March weather forecast
Petrolia, CA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Petrolia, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Petrolia's average high-temperature at the onset of March, reaching a still fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) from February's 53.6°F (12°C). An average temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) is recorded in Petrolia during the nights in March.

Humidity

The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Petrolia, during March, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation. In Petrolia, California, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.9 days and collects up to 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Petrolia, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Petrolia, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:09 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Petrolia, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. 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: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Petrolia?

During March, Petrolia experiences an average high-temperature of 54.9°F (12.7°C) and a low-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

What is the most humid month in Petrolia?

With an average relative humidity of 83%, March is the most humid month in Petrolia, California.

What is the average humidity in March in Petrolia?

In Petrolia, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How much does it rain in Petrolia in March?

In Petrolia, California, in March, during 17.3 rainfall days, 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Petrolia?

January, March through December are months without snowfall in Petrolia, California.

Does it snow in Petrolia in March?

In March, in Petrolia, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Petrolia?

On the first day of March in Petrolia, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:09 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:41 pm PDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Petrolia?

The average sunshine duration in March in Petrolia is 6.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Petrolia?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in March in Petrolia?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Petrolia, CA

Average temperature in March - Petrolia, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (39.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Petrolia, CA

Average pressure in March - Petrolia, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Petrolia, CA

Average wind speed in March - Petrolia, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Petrolia, CA

Average humidity in March - Petrolia, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Petrolia, CA

Average rainfall in March - Petrolia, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 4.53"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in March
Petrolia, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Petrolia, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Petrolia, CA

Average snowfall in March - Petrolia, CA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Petrolia, CA

Average snowfall days in March - Petrolia, CA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Petrolia, CA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Petrolia, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Petrolia, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Petrolia, CA

Average UV index in March - Petrolia, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Petrolia, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Petrolia, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in March
Petrolia, CA

Average visibility in March - Petrolia, CA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July and August (5mi).

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