March weather forecast
Citrus Heights, CA

Share

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Citrus Heights, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 62.1°F (16.7°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

March is marked by an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 62.1°F (16.7°C), almost identical to the preceding month. During March nights, Citrus Heights witnesses a consistent average temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 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

In March, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In Citrus Heights, in March, the average high-temperature is 62.1°F (16.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Citrus Heights, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 13.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in March?

In Citrus Heights, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 3.54" (90mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:28 pm PDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Citrus Heights?

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 Citrus Heights have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Citrus Heights?

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

Average temperature in March
Citrus Heights, CA

Average temperature in March - Citrus Heights, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 62.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 43.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (40.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Citrus Heights, CA

Average pressure in March - Citrus Heights, 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
Citrus Heights, CA

Average wind speed in March - Citrus Heights, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (5.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4mph).

Average humidity in March
Citrus Heights, CA

Average humidity in March - Citrus Heights, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (41%).

Average rainfall in March
Citrus Heights, CA

Average rainfall in March - Citrus Heights, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (3.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in March
Citrus Heights, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Citrus Heights, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (1.1 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Citrus Heights, CA

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Citrus Heights, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Citrus Heights, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (16.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Citrus Heights, CA

Average UV index in March - Citrus Heights, 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
Citrus Heights, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Citrus Heights, 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
Citrus Heights, CA

Average visibility in March - Citrus Heights, 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).

Citrus Heights, California, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location