March weather forecast
Manhattan Beach, CA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Manhattan Beach, is still a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 64.9°F (18.3°C) and 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C) from February's 63.1°F (17.3°C). Manhattan Beach's average low-temperature in March is measured at a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Humidity

In Manhattan Beach, the average relative humidity in March is 65%.

Rainfall

In Manhattan Beach, in March, during 6.8 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 54.5 rainfall days, and 7.91" (201mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Manhattan Beach, in March, the average water temperature is 58.5°F (14.7°C).
Note: While a brief time in 58.5°F (14.7°C) at 55.4°F (13°C) is already bracing, plunging below 50°F (10°C) can severely affect breathing and introduce a cold shock, relying on your physical state.

Daylight

In Manhattan Beach, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:50 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:14 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 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Manhattan Beach, is 64.9°F (18.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 65%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Manhattan Beach, in March, during 6.8 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in March?

In Manhattan Beach, California, the average seawater temperature in March is 58.5°F (14.7°C). Swimming in 58.5°F (14.7°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Manhattan Beach have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:50 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:14 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 Manhattan Beach have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

When is 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 Manhattan Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average temperature in March - Manhattan Beach, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 64.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (62.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 53.2°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (52.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average pressure in March - Manhattan Beach, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Manhattan Beach, CA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average humidity in March - Manhattan Beach, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (57%).

Average rainfall in March
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average rainfall in March - Manhattan Beach, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.12").

Average rainfall days in March
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Manhattan Beach, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average sea temperature in March - Manhattan Beach, CA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 58.4°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (67.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (58.3°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Manhattan Beach, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Manhattan Beach, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 22.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and October (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (19.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average UV index in March - Manhattan Beach, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Manhattan Beach, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 23

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in March
Manhattan Beach, CA

Average visibility in March - Manhattan Beach, 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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