March weather forecast
Ridgecrest, CA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Ridgecrest, California, with an average temperature ranging between max 63.7°F (17.6°C) and min 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a subtle increase in average high-temperatures, moving from February's moderate 57.4°F (14.1°C) to a comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C). March nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Ridgecrest is 38%.

Rainfall

In Ridgecrest, in March, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.6 rainfall days, and 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Ridgecrest, snow does not fall in January through October and December.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:46 pm PST. On the last day of March, in Ridgecrest, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:11 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 Ridgecrest, California, is 9.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Ridgecrest?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ridgecrest during March are 63.7°F (17.6°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Ridgecrest?

In March, the average relative humidity in Ridgecrest is 38%.

How many days does it rain in March in Ridgecrest?

In Ridgecrest, during March, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Ridgecrest?

January through October and December are months without snowfall in Ridgecrest.

How many hours of daylight does Ridgecrest have in March?

The average day length in March in Ridgecrest, California, is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Ridgecrest?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:46 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:11 pm PDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Ridgecrest have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Ridgecrest?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Ridgecrest, CA

Average temperature in March - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (52.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (37.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Ridgecrest, CA

Average pressure in March - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Ridgecrest, CA

Average wind speed in March - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Ridgecrest, CA

Average humidity in March - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 38%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (47%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (20%).

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Average rainfall in March
Ridgecrest, CA

Average rainfall in March - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in March
Ridgecrest, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (4.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Ridgecrest, CA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is November (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Ridgecrest, CA

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, February, November and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Ridgecrest, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 27.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (23.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Ridgecrest, CA

Average UV index in March - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Ridgecrest, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Ridgecrest, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 17

The months with the most cloud cover are January, March and December (Cloud cover 17).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 4).

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Average visibility in March
Ridgecrest, CA

Average visibility in March - Ridgecrest, 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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