March weather forecast
Kensington, CA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a comfortable month in Kensington, California, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46°F (7.8°C) and 61°F (16.1°C).

Temperature

The transition from February to March sees an average high-temperature of an enjoyable 61°F (16.1°C), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. Kensington, during the nights of March, experiences an average temperature drop to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout March, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 72.2 rainfall days, and 12.83" (326mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kensington, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:03 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Kensington, the average sunshine in March is 7.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 61°F (16.1°C) and a low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 74%, March is the most humid month in Kensington.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout March, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Kensington have in March?

In Kensington, 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 6:39 am and sunset at 6:03 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Kensington have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Kensington, CA

Average temperature in March - Kensington, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (43.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Kensington, CA

Average pressure in March - Kensington, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Kensington, CA

Average wind speed in March - Kensington, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Kensington, CA

Average humidity in March - Kensington, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (74%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

Average rainfall in March
Kensington, CA

Average rainfall in March - Kensington, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.76").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in March
Kensington, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Kensington, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.1 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Kensington, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Kensington, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Kensington, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (16.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Kensington, CA

Average UV index in March - Kensington, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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

Average cloud cover in March
Kensington, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Kensington, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in March
Kensington, CA

Average visibility in March - Kensington, 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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