March weather forecast
Los Angeles, CA

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Weather in March

The transition period between the winter season and spring settles during March, bringing a subtle change in weather conditions. There is a notable surge in the daylight duration to 12 hours in March compared to 11 hours in February. Along with the daylight increase, March exhibits an increase in both the maximum temperature to 68°F (20°C) and the minimum temperature to 51.4°F (10.8°C). However, Los Angeles experiences a drop in rainfall during March, teasing the oncoming dry season. Economic activities generally pick up during March, thanks to more extended daylight hours and comfortable weather.

Temperature

Los Angeles records a slight change with March's average high-temperatures adjusting to a pleasant 68°F (20°C) from February's 65.1°F (18.4°C). Throughout March, Los Angeles registers a consistent average low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

In Los Angeles, California, in March, during 6.9 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Los Angeles, during the entire year, the rain falls for 44.6 days and collects up to 8.11" (206mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Los Angeles, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:49 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:13 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 Los Angeles, the average sunshine in March is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during March translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In Los Angeles, 68°F (20°C) is the average high-temperature and 51.4°F (10.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 59%.

How much does it rain in Los Angeles in March?

In Los Angeles, in March, during 6.9 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:49 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:13 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?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Los Angeles, CA

Average temperature in March - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 68°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (64°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (49.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Los Angeles, CA

Average pressure in March - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Los Angeles, CA

Average wind speed in March - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Los Angeles, CA

Average humidity in March - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (50%).

Average rainfall in March
Los Angeles, CA

Average rainfall in March - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.04").

Average rainfall days in March
Los Angeles, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Los Angeles, CA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Los Angeles, 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 July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Los Angeles, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Los Angeles, CA

Average UV index in March - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 5

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, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March
Los Angeles, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 22

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in March
Los Angeles, CA

Average visibility in March - Los Angeles, 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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