March weather forecast
Cayucos, CA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Cayucos, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 62.6°F (17°C).

Temperature

Cayucos records an average high-temperature of a comfortable 62.6°F (17°C) as March arrives, nearly mirroring the previous month's climate. The temperature dips to an average of 47.8°F (8.8°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cayucos, California, during the entire year, the rain falls for 53.7 days and collects up to 8.58" (218mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In March, the average ocean temperature is 55.4°F (13°C).
Note: Swimming in 55.4°F (13°C) poses a severe threat. Even short exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) is chilling, and going below 50°F (10°C) can cause breathing irregularities and intense cold shock, based on one's stamina.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:59 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Cayucos, the average sunshine in March is 8.6h.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cayucos in March?

In March, in Cayucos, the average high-temperature is 62.6°F (17°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 70%, March is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Cayucos, the average relative humidity in March is 70%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Cayucos, during March, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

What is the water temperature in March?

In Cayucos, in March, the average water temperature is 55.4°F (13°C). Swimming in 55.4°F (13°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 Cayucos have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:59 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Cayucos, 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe 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
Cayucos, CA

Average temperature in March - Cayucos, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (59.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (47.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Cayucos, CA

Average pressure in March - Cayucos, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Cayucos, CA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Cayucos, CA

Average humidity in March - Cayucos, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (70%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (61%).

Average rainfall in March
Cayucos, CA

Average rainfall in March - Cayucos, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in March
Cayucos, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Cayucos, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.7 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Cayucos, CA

Average sea temperature in March - Cayucos, CA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 55.3°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and October (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (54.3°F).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 4min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cayucos, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Cayucos, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Cayucos, CA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Cayucos, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Cayucos, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in March
Cayucos, CA

Average visibility in March - Cayucos, 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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