March weather forecastSanta Clara, CA
March
Weather in March
March signals the arrival of spring in Santa Clara with a visible rise in temperatures. The warm weather and higher temperature are counterbalanced by an increase in humidity and rainfall. Among the notable weather factors, March sees a remarkable spike in the number of rainy days to 12.9 per month. But it’s not all rain in March; the length of daily sunshine hours increases, giving residents more opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities. The city takes on a particularly picturesque appearance during this period due to the blooming of numerous flowers and plants.Temperature
Santa Clara, California, in March witnesses an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 62.2°F (16.8°C), indicating a slight variation from February's 59.9°F (15.5°C). Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) is expected.Humidity
March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.Rainfall
March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.9 days and accumulates 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:02 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:30 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 7.9h.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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In March, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Santa Clara, CA
- Average high temperature in March: 62.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 43.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (43.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Santa Clara, CA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Santa Clara, CA
- Average wind speed in March: 5.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.4mph).
Average humidity in March
Santa Clara, CA
- Average humidity in March: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and September (61%).
Average rainfall in March
Santa Clara, CA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.77"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").
Average rainfall days in March
Santa Clara, CA
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Santa Clara, CA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Santa Clara, CA
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (16.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Santa Clara, CA
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in March
Santa Clara, CA
- Average cloud cover in March: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in March
Santa Clara, 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).
