March weather forecast
Isla Vista, CA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Isla Vista, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Temperature

Isla Vista's weather in March displays an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 63.1°F (17.3°C), showing minor disparity from February's 61.3°F (16.3°C). During the nights in March, Isla Vista experiences a consistent average temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 64%.

Rainfall

In Isla Vista, during March, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 43.7 rainfall days, and 7.68" (195mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Isla Vista, the average seawater temperature in March is 56.1°F (13.4°C).
Note: Swimming in 56.1°F (13.4°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.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:20 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 8.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature, in March, in Isla Vista, is 63.1°F (17.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 48.7°F (9.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 64%.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Isla Vista is 64%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout March, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in March?

In Isla Vista, in March, the average water temperature is 56.1°F (13.4°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Isla Vista have in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:20 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 8.9h.

What are the months 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 4.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Isla Vista, California, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average daylight
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Average sunshine days
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Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Isla Vista, CA

Average temperature in March - Isla Vista, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (60.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (47.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Isla Vista, CA

Average pressure in March - Isla Vista, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Isla Vista, CA

Average wind speed in March - Isla Vista, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Isla Vista, CA

Average humidity in March - Isla Vista, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (64%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September, October and November (56%).

Average rainfall in March
Isla Vista, CA

Average rainfall in March - Isla Vista, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.08").

Average rainfall days in March
Isla Vista, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Isla Vista, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.2 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Isla Vista, CA

Average sea temperature in March - Isla Vista, CA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 56.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (55.7°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Isla Vista, CA

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Isla Vista, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Isla Vista, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 23.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Isla Vista, CA

Average UV index in March - Isla Vista, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March
Isla Vista, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Isla Vista, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in March
Isla Vista, CA

Average visibility in March - Isla Vista, 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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