March weather forecastSacramento, CA
March
Weather in March
Spring sets foot in Sacramento during March, resulting in clear skies and radiant sunshine, despite the slightly higher cloud coverage of 40%. As the weather transitions, there is a noticeable increase in rainfall, peaking at 1.34" (34mm), marking it as the month with the highest precipitation throughout the year. Despite the rain, outdoor activities remain popular, owing to the relatively mild temperatures. Sacramento's scenery starts to bloom, creating a beautiful backdrop for sightseers and locals alike. The weather does nothing but enhance the appeal of the Sacramento River and the city's numerous parks.Temperature
March's advent in Sacramento presents an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 63.3°F (17.4°C), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. Sacramento reports an average low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) during the nights of March.Humidity
The most humid month in Sacramento is March, with an average relative humidity of 75%.Rainfall
March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.4 days and accumulates 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.Daylight
In Sacramento, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March in Sacramento, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:59 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Sacramento, the average sunshine in March is 7.4h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during March translates into these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. 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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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Sacramento, CA
- Average high temperature in March: 63.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (54.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 43.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (41.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Sacramento, 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 (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Sacramento, CA
- Average wind speed in March: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and November (5mph).
Average humidity in March
Sacramento, CA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (45%).
Average rainfall in March
Sacramento, CA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.34"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.04").
Average rainfall days in March
Sacramento, CA
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.2 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sacramento, CA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Sacramento, CA
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (17.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Sacramento, CA
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in March
Sacramento, CA
- Average cloud cover in March: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in March
Sacramento, 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).
