March weather forecast
Atherton, CA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a refreshing month in Atherton, California, with temperature in the range of an average high of 59.9°F (15.5°C) and an average low of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

Atherton registers an average high-temperature of a still moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C) with the arrival of March, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. The average temperature during March nights dips to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Atherton, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 73.4 rainfall days, and 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:03 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:31 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 7.8h.

UV index

In Atherton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During March, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The high-temperature during March is 59.9°F (15.5°C) and the low-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 75%, March is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Atherton, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Atherton, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:03 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:31 pm PDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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 Atherton, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Atherton, CA

Average temperature in March - Atherton, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 59.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (46°F).

Average pressure in March
Atherton, CA

Average pressure in March - Atherton, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Atherton, CA

Average wind speed in March - Atherton, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August, September and October (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Atherton, CA

Average humidity in March - Atherton, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Atherton, CA

Average rainfall in March - Atherton, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.36").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in March
Atherton, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Atherton, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Atherton, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Atherton, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Atherton, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (17.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Atherton, CA

Average UV index in March - Atherton, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Atherton, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Atherton, 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 9).

Average visibility in March
Atherton, CA

Average visibility in March - Atherton, 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).

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