March weather forecast
Carlsbad, CA

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The skyline and clear coastline of Carlsbad in California
The skyline and clear coastline of Carlsbad in California

Weather in March

In Carlsbad, March signals the onset of spring with the temperature subtly rising. Keeping pace, the humidity also increases compared to February. Moderate rainfall appears sporadically throughout the month, yet the daylight hours increase significantly. Carlsbad is particularly beautiful this time of year, with marine temperatures advancing to 59.1°F (15.1°C). Despite this, the average wind speed peaks to 5.6mph (9km/h), making outdoor activities a bit more challenging.

Temperature

With March's arrival, Carlsbad notes an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 64.6°F (18.1°C), closely following the trend of the preceding month. Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 51.3°F (10.7°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In Carlsbad, California, during March, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 68.2 rainfall days, and 9.49" (241mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Carlsbad, the average seawater temperature in March is 59°F (15°C).
Note: Swimming becomes less enjoyable for most at a surface water temperature of 59°F (15°C). As the temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C), breathing becomes increasingly difficult.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:46 pm PST. On the last day of March, in Carlsbad, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:09 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 8.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Carlsbad. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

Carlsbad in March has an average high-temperature of 64.6°F (18.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How much does it rain in Carlsbad in March?

In Carlsbad, during March, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

What is the ocean temperature in March?

In Carlsbad, the average seawater temperature in March is 59°F (15°C). Swimming in 59°F (15°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:46 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:09 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 many hours of sunshine does Carlsbad have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Carlsbad, CA

Average temperature in March - Carlsbad, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 64.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (62.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 51.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (49.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Carlsbad, CA

Average pressure in March - Carlsbad, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Carlsbad, CA

Average wind speed in March - Carlsbad, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Carlsbad, CA

Average humidity in March - Carlsbad, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (60%).

Average rainfall in March
Carlsbad, CA

Average rainfall in March - Carlsbad, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.12").

Average rainfall days in March
Carlsbad, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Carlsbad, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.7 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Carlsbad, CA

Average sea temperature in March - Carlsbad, CA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 59.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (58.7°F).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Carlsbad, CA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Carlsbad, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Carlsbad, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20 days).

Average UV index in March
Carlsbad, CA

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

The months with the highest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March
Carlsbad, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Carlsbad, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in March
Carlsbad, CA

Average visibility in March - Carlsbad, 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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