March weather forecast
Alta, CA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a frosty month in Alta, California, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and an average high of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of March manifests an average high-temperature of a still frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. Alta's temperature lowers to a mean of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) during the nights in March.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, March is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Alta is March, when the rain falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 7.09" (180mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 37.6" (955mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. 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. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Alta in March?

In Alta, 47.8°F (8.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.5°F (-0.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Alta, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 7.09" (180mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 7.09" (180mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 37.6" (955mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Alta, California, during March, snow falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 37.6" (955mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:26 pm PDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Alta, California, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Alta have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Alta, CA

Average temperature in March - Alta, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (52.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (29.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Alta, CA

Average pressure in March - Alta, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Alta, CA

Average wind speed in March - Alta, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Alta, CA

Average humidity in March - Alta, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (39%).

Average rainfall in March
Alta, CA

Average rainfall in March - Alta, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 7.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (7.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

Average rainfall days in March
Alta, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Alta, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Alta, CA

Average snowfall in March - Alta, CA
  • Average snowfall in March: 37.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (37.6").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Alta, CA

Average snowfall days in March - Alta, CA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Alta, CA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Alta, 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: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Alta, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Alta, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Alta, CA

Average UV index in March - Alta, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Alta, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Alta, CA
  • 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 5).

Average visibility in March
Alta, CA

Average visibility in March - Alta, CA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (5mi).

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