March weather forecastSouth Lake Tahoe, CA
March
Weather in March
March breaks in South Lake Tahoe with the advent of milder weather conditions. Although the remnants of winter are still somewhat present, the climate begins to show signs of warming up. Despite the lingering cold, the snowy mantle turns a touch lesser dense than February with 27.24" (692mm) of snowfall being recorded. With relatively more hours of daylight in hand, locals and visitors can start taking advantage of the outdoor activities. Overall, March foretells the conclusion of the biting winter and welcomes spring.Temperature
The shift into March finds South Lake Tahoe at an average high-temperature of a still cold 38.8°F (3.8°C), closely comparable to February's conditions. Throughout March, South Lake Tahoe witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 81%, March is the most humid month in South Lake Tahoe, California.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in South Lake Tahoe, California, is March, when the rain falls for 7.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall in South Lake Tahoe. Snow falls for 15 days and accumulates 27.24" (692mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in South Lake Tahoe is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PST. On the last day of March, in South Lake Tahoe, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:23 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 South Lake Tahoe, California, the average sunshine in March is 7.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in South Lake Tahoe are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average high temperature in March: 38.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 24.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21°F).
Average pressure in March
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in March
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average humidity in March: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).
Average rainfall in March
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average rainfall in March: 4.25"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.28").
Average rainfall days in March
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average snowfall in March: 27.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (27.24").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average snowfall days in March: 15 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (15 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
South Lake Tahoe, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.3 days).
Average UV index in March
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average cloud cover in March: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in March
South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
