March weather forecast
Chico, CA

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Dense forest and a bridge crossing over the famed Big Chico Creek located in the Bidwell Park in Chico, California
Dense forest and a bridge crossing over the famed Big Chico Creek located in the Bidwell Park in Chico, California

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a refreshing month in Chico, California, with an average temperature varying between 59.7°F (15.4°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

March's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a still moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. In March, Chico's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 42.6°F (5.9°C) during the night.

Humidity

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Chico, California, in March, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Chico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.7 days and collects up to 21.81" (554mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:00 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Chico, the average sunshine in March is 7.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Chico, records 59.7°F (15.4°C), while the low-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C).

What is the most humid month?

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Chico, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout March, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

January through November are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Chico have in March?

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 6:38 am and sunset at 6:00 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Chico, 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 Chico have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Chico, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
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Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Chico, CA

Average temperature in March - Chico, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (53.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (39°F).

Average pressure in March
Chico, CA

Average pressure in March - Chico, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Chico, CA

Average wind speed in March - Chico, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Chico, CA

Average humidity in March - Chico, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (32%).

Average rainfall in March
Chico, CA

Average rainfall in March - Chico, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

Average rainfall days in March
Chico, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Chico, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Chico, CA

Average snowfall in March - Chico, CA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Chico, CA

Average snowfall days in March - Chico, CA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Chico, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Chico, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Chico, CA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Chico, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Chico, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in March
Chico, CA

Average visibility in March - Chico, 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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