March weather forecast
El Granada, CA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a mild month in El Granada, California, with an average temperature varying between 49.3°F (9.6°C) and 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

Transitioning into March, El Granada experiences an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. Throughout March, El Granada reports a steady low-temperature average of 49.3°F (9.6°C), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in El Granada is 77%.

Rainfall

In El Granada, in March, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 76.8 rainfall days, and 8.54" (217mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In El Granada, the average seawater temperature in March is 54°F (12.2°C).
Note: Unprotected swimming in 54°F (12.2°C) is dangerous due to potential cold shock. Especially when temperatures go below 50°F (10°C), leading to hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:04 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:32 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

January through May, July, October through 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 moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In El Granada, in March, the average high-temperature is 57.7°F (14.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.3°F (9.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In El Granada, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in March?

In El Granada, in March, the average water temperature is 54°F (12.2°C). Swimming in 54°F (12.2°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 El Granada 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 6:39 am and sunset at 6:04 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:32 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 many hours of sunshine does El Granada have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in El Granada?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through May, July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In El Granada, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from 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
El Granada, CA

Average temperature in March - El Granada, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (66.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (48.7°F).

Average pressure in March
El Granada, CA

Average pressure in March - El Granada, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
El Granada, CA

Average wind speed in March - El Granada, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
El Granada, CA

Average humidity in March - El Granada, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are November and December (72%).

Average rainfall in March
El Granada, CA

Average rainfall in March - El Granada, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.61").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and July (0.12").

Average rainfall days in March
El Granada, CA

Average rainfall days in March - El Granada, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3 days).

Average sea temperature in March
El Granada, CA

Average sea temperature in March - El Granada, CA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 53.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (57.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are April and June (53°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
El Granada, CA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
El Granada, CA

Average sunshine days in March - El Granada, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and August (18.8 days).

Average UV index in March
El Granada, CA

Average UV index in March - El Granada, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, July, October, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March
El Granada, CA

Average cloud cover in March - El Granada, 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 September (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in March
El Granada, CA

Average visibility in March - El Granada, 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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