March weather forecast
Cottonwood, CA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a refreshing month in Cottonwood, California, with an average temperature ranging between min 41.4°F (5.2°C) and max 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

March's climate shows a minor adjustment in average high-temperatures to a still mild 58.6°F (14.8°C) from February's 55.9°F (13.3°C). Cottonwood experiences a steady low-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C) throughout March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Cottonwood, snow does not fall in January, March through October.

Daylight

In Cottonwood, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:01 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:33 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 7.7h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 41.4°F (5.2°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

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

What is the rainiest month?

March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.8 days and accumulates 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Cottonwood in March?

In Cottonwood, during March, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Cottonwood, snow does not fall in January, March through October.

Does it snow in March?

In March, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:01 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:33 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Cottonwood, CA

Average temperature in March - Cottonwood, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 58.6°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 (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (38.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Cottonwood, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Cottonwood, CA

Average wind speed in March - Cottonwood, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.6mph

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

Average humidity in March
Cottonwood, CA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (31%).

Average rainfall in March
Cottonwood, CA

Average rainfall in March - Cottonwood, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 4.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (4.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.08").

Average rainfall days in March
Cottonwood, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Cottonwood, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cottonwood, CA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cottonwood, CA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cottonwood, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Cottonwood, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Cottonwood, CA

Average UV index in March - Cottonwood, 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
Cottonwood, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Cottonwood, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in March
Cottonwood, CA

Average visibility in March - Cottonwood, 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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