March weather forecast
Fortuna, CA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Fortuna, is also a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and an average low of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during March is a still fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. Throughout March, Fortuna's nights cool down to an average of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Fortuna, during March, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation. In Fortuna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.4 days and collects up to 28.07" (713mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:08 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:40 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 6.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In March, in Fortuna, the average high-temperature is 54.3°F (12.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months in Fortuna.

What is the average humidity in March in Fortuna?

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Fortuna, during March, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Fortuna, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

Does it snow in March?

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

How many hours of daylight does Fortuna have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:08 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:40 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 Fortuna, 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 Fortuna have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Fortuna, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Fortuna, CA

Average temperature in March - Fortuna, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.6°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and December (53.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (41.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Fortuna, CA

Average pressure in March - Fortuna, 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 August (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Fortuna, CA

Average wind speed in March - Fortuna, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and June (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Fortuna, CA

Average humidity in March - Fortuna, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Fortuna, CA

Average rainfall in March - Fortuna, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 4.49"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (5.16").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.12").

Average rainfall days in March
Fortuna, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Fortuna, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fortuna, CA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fortuna, CA

Average snowfall days in March - Fortuna, 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, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fortuna, 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: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fortuna, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Fortuna, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Fortuna, CA

Average UV index in March - Fortuna, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Fortuna, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Fortuna, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in March
Fortuna, CA

Average visibility in March - Fortuna, CA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).

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