March weather forecast
Lee Vining, CA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also an icy month in Lee Vining, California, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.2°F (-6°C) and an average high of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

During March, Lee Vining records an average high-temperature of a still icy 38.5°F (3.6°C), marking a slight divergence from February's 35.1°F (1.7°C). In March, Lee Vining experiences a temperature dip to an average of 21.2°F (-6°C) at night.

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Lee Vining, in March, during 7.3 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lee Vining, there are 63.4 rainfall days, and 15.71" (399mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Lee Vining. In Lee Vining, in March, snow falls for 14.5 days, with typically accumulated 16.5" (419mm) of snow. In Lee Vining, during the entire year, snow falls for 78.5 days and aggregates up to 95.63" (2429mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lee Vining, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:50 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:19 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 Lee Vining, the average sunshine in March is 8.7h.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

In Lee Vining, 38.5°F (3.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 21.2°F (-6°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the most humid month?

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Lee Vining, in March, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Lee Vining, in March, during 14.5 snowfall days, 16.5" (419mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lee Vining have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:50 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:19 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 Lee Vining have in March?

In Lee Vining, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Lee Vining, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Lee Vining, CA

Average temperature in March - Lee Vining, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 21.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Lee Vining, CA

Average pressure in March - Lee Vining, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lee Vining, CA

Average wind speed in March - Lee Vining, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Lee Vining, CA

Average humidity in March - Lee Vining, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (34%).

Average rainfall in March
Lee Vining, CA

Average rainfall in March - Lee Vining, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Lee Vining, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Lee Vining, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (8.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lee Vining, CA

Average snowfall in March - Lee Vining, CA
  • Average snowfall in March: 16.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (17.87").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lee Vining, CA

Average snowfall days in March - Lee Vining, CA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lee Vining, CA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Lee Vining, 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: 8h 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: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lee Vining, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Lee Vining, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14 days).

Average UV index in March
Lee Vining, CA

Average UV index in March - Lee Vining, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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, April, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Lee Vining, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Lee Vining, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 29).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in March
Lee Vining, CA

Average visibility in March - Lee Vining, 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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