March weather forecast
Portola, CA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Portola, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

The commencement of March brings an average high-temperature of a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C), marking an inconsequential divergence from February. Throughout March, a steady low-temperature average of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) is noted.

Humidity

January and March, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Portola are January through June, September through December. In Portola, in March, snow falls for 14.7 days, with typically accumulated 22.48" (571mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Portola, there are 69.3 snowfall days, and 103.5" (2629mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Portola, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:54 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:25 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 Portola is 7h.

UV index

In Portola, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Portola in March?

In Portola, in March, the average high-temperature is 43.2°F (6.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What is the most humid month in Portola?

The months with the highest humidity are January and March, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in March in Portola?

The average relative humidity in March in Portola is 81%.

What is the wettest month in Portola?

The month with the most rainfall in Portola, California, is March, when the rain falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March in Portola?

In Portola, during March, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Portola?

In Portola, in March, snow falls for 14.7 days, with typically accumulated 22.48" (571mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Portola?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:54 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:25 pm PDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Portola, 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 Portola?

The average sunshine duration in March in Portola, California, is 7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Portola?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Portola is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Portola, CA

Average temperature in March - Portola, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Portola, CA

Average pressure in March - Portola, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Portola, CA

Average wind speed in March - Portola, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Portola, CA

Average humidity in March - Portola, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and March (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (40%).

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Average rainfall in March
Portola, CA

Average rainfall in March - Portola, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 4.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in March
Portola, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Portola, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Portola, CA

Average snowfall in March - Portola, CA
  • Average snowfall in March: 22.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (22.52").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Portola, CA

Average snowfall days in March - Portola, CA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h).

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Average sunshine days in March
Portola, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Portola, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Portola, CA

Average UV index in March - Portola, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Portola, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Portola, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in March
Portola, CA

Average visibility in March - Portola, CA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (4mi).

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