March weather forecast
Carmel Valley, CA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a mild month in Carmel Valley, California, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.2°F (7.9°C) and 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Temperature

Carmel Valley notes an average high-temperature of a still mild 59.5°F (15.3°C) in March, displaying minor variation from February. During March, Carmel Valley's temperature averages to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) at night.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are March, May and August, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Carmel Valley, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 63.6 rainfall days, and 7.99" (203mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Carmel Valley, 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 6:52 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

The average sunshine in March is 8.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 59.5°F (15.3°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

March, May and August, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Carmel Valley, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Carmel Valley, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:02 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Carmel Valley, 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 Valley have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Carmel Valley is 8.1h.

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 moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Carmel Valley, CA

Average temperature in March - Carmel Valley, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 59.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (72.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55.4°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February, March and December (46.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Carmel Valley, CA

Average pressure in March - Carmel Valley, 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
Carmel Valley, CA

Average wind speed in March - Carmel Valley, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Carmel Valley, CA

Average humidity in March - Carmel Valley, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March, May and August (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Carmel Valley, CA

Average rainfall in March - Carmel Valley, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in March
Carmel Valley, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Carmel Valley, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.1 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Carmel Valley, CA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Carmel Valley, 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: 8h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Carmel Valley, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Carmel Valley, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (18.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Carmel Valley, CA

Average UV index in March - Carmel Valley, 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 February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Carmel Valley, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Carmel Valley, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in March
Carmel Valley, CA

Average visibility in March - Carmel Valley, 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).

Carmel Valley, California, USA

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