March weather forecast
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

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Weather in March

March is fairly similar to February in terms of weather patterns, yet it is the month with the highest number of rainfall days i.e. 12.3 days. The temperatures continue to remain moderate, and the humidity tends to rise as the precipitation increases. As spring begins, the daylight hours continue to increase, which leads to longer days and shorter nights.

Temperature

Carmel-by-the-Sea's average high-temperature marks a still mild 58.5°F (14.7°C) with the advent of March, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. An average minimum temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C) marks the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Carmel-by-the-Sea, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 70 rainfall days, and 11.93" (303mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In March, the average ocean temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).
Note: In 54.5°F (12.5°C), cold shock and rapid breathing can occur when swimming at temperatures below 50°F (10°C).

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 7:29 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 7.9h.

UV index

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 ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In March, in Carmel-by-the-Sea, the average high-temperature is 58.5°F (14.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.7°F (8.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Carmel-by-the-Sea, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Carmel-by-the-Sea, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

What is the ocean temperature in March?

In March, the average ocean temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C). Swimming in 54.5°F (12.5°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Carmel-by-the-Sea have in March?

In Carmel-by-the-Sea, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

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 7:29 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 Carmel-by-the-Sea have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Carmel-by-the-Sea, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in March
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Average temperature in March - Carmel-by-the-Sea, 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
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Average pressure in March - Carmel-by-the-Sea, 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
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Average wind speed in March - Carmel-by-the-Sea, 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
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Average humidity in March - Carmel-by-the-Sea, 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
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Average rainfall in March - Carmel-by-the-Sea, 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
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Carmel-by-the-Sea, 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
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Average sea temperature in March - Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 54.5°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (53.8°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Carmel-by-the-Sea, 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
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Carmel-by-the-Sea, 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
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Average UV index in March - Carmel-by-the-Sea, 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
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Carmel-by-the-Sea, 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
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Average visibility in March - Carmel-by-the-Sea, 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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