March weather forecast
California, MD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in California, is a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and an average low of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

California's weather shows a minor temperature rise with the arrival of March, moving from a frosty 44.6°F (7°C) in February to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). California, in March, observes a steady average low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Humidity

January, March and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In California, in March, during 13.7 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.6 rainfall days, and 34.49" (876mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In California, Maryland, in March, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in California, Maryland, there are 9.6 snowfall days, and 5.28" (134mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In California, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in California, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in California is 6.9h.

UV index

In California, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure 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. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in California?

The high-temperature, in March, in California, is 51.4°F (10.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 39.7°F (4.3°C).

What is the least humid month in California?

January, March and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in March in California?

In California, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How much does it rain in California in March?

In California, in March, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in California?

In California, Maryland, during March, snow falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in California?

In California, Maryland, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in California?

On the first day of March in California, Maryland, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does California have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in California, Maryland, is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in California?

In California, Maryland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
California, MD

Average temperature in March - California, MD
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
California, MD

Average pressure in March - California, MD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
California, MD

Average wind speed in March - California, MD
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
California, MD

Average humidity in March - California, MD
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
California, MD

Average rainfall in March - California, MD
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in March
California, MD

Average rainfall days in March - California, MD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
California, MD

Average snowfall in March - California, MD
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
California, MD

Average snowfall days in March - California, MD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
California, MD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - California, MD
  • 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
California, MD

Average sunshine days in March - California, MD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
California, MD

Average UV index in March - California, MD
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
California, MD

Average cloud cover in March - California, MD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
California, MD

Average visibility in March - California, MD
  • 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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