Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average sea temperature in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The onset of March in Big Sur, California, brings with it an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C), showing a negligible variation from the month before. Throughout March, Big Sur records an average temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C) at night.Humidity
In Big Sur, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.Rainfall
In Big Sur, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Big Sur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 70 days and collects up to 11.93" (303mm) of precipitation.Ocean temperature
March through May, with an average ocean temperature of 53.6°F (12°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Big Sur.Note: Swimming in 53.6°F (12°C) at temperatures under 50°F (10°C) requires thermal swimsuits; otherwise, one can face cold shock and breathing difficulty. Even brief immersion at 55.4°F (13°C) feels frosty.
Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:02 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:28 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 March, the average sunshine is 7.9h.UV index
In Big Sur, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index intensity in March?
Average temperature in March
Big Sur, CA
- Average high temperature in March: 58.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (69.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 47.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is September (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (46.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Big Sur, CA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Big Sur, CA
- Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Big Sur, CA
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Big Sur, CA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.05"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.04").
Average rainfall days in March
Big Sur, CA
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.3 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Big Sur, CA
- Average sea temperature in March: 54°F
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August, September and October (59°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are March, April and May (54°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Big Sur, CA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Big Sur, CA
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (17.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Big Sur, CA
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in March
Big Sur, 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 13).
Average visibility in March
Big Sur, 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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