March weather forecast
Sierra City, CA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Sierra City, California, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and an average low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

With March's arrival, Sierra City notes an average high-temperature of a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C), closely following the trend of the preceding month. In March, Sierra City experiences an average nighttime temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

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

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 Sierra City are January through June, September through December. In Sierra City, in March, snow falls for 14.7 days, with typically accumulated 22.48" (571mm) of snow. In Sierra City, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.3 days and aggregates up to 103.5" (2629mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:55 pm PST. On the last day of March, in Sierra City, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Sierra City, the average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

In Sierra City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Sierra City in March?

In Sierra City, 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 Sierra City?

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

What is the average humidity in March in Sierra City?

In Sierra City, California, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

What is the wettest month in Sierra City?

March is the month with the most rainfall in Sierra City, California. Rain falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Sierra City in March?

In Sierra City, 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 Sierra City?

In Sierra City, California, in March, during 14.7 snowfall days, 22.48" (571mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sierra City have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Sierra City?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:55 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:26 pm PDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Sierra City is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Sierra City?

In Sierra City, California, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Sierra City, CA

Average temperature in March - Sierra City, 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
Sierra City, CA

Average pressure in March - Sierra City, 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
Sierra City, CA

Average wind speed in March - Sierra City, 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
Sierra City, CA

Average humidity in March - Sierra City, 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
Sierra City, CA

Average rainfall in March - Sierra City, 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
Sierra City, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Sierra City, 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
Sierra City, CA

Average snowfall in March - Sierra City, 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
Sierra City, CA

Average snowfall days in March - Sierra City, 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
Sierra City, CA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sierra City, 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
Sierra City, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Sierra City, 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
Sierra City, CA

Average UV index in March - Sierra City, 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
Sierra City, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Sierra City, 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
Sierra City, CA

Average visibility in March - Sierra City, 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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