March weather forecast
Mariposa, CA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a cool month in Mariposa, California, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

The commencement of March brings an average high-temperature of a still cool 54.1°F (12.3°C), marking an inconsequential divergence from February. In Mariposa, the March nights cool down to an average low of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Mariposa, during March, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. In Mariposa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 73.5 days and collects up to 19.69" (500mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Mariposa, in March, during 2 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 9.4 snowfall days, and 14.57" (370mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:54 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:22 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 Mariposa, the average sunshine in March is 8.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Mariposa is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature during March is 54.1°F (12.3°C) and the low-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Mariposa, in March, during 2 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:54 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:22 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 Mariposa have in March?

In Mariposa, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Mariposa, CA

Average temperature in March - Mariposa, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (32.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Mariposa, CA

Average pressure in March - Mariposa, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mariposa, CA

Average wind speed in March - Mariposa, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Mariposa, CA

Average humidity in March - Mariposa, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (69%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (32%).

Average rainfall in March
Mariposa, CA

Average rainfall in March - Mariposa, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.12").

Average rainfall days in March
Mariposa, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Mariposa, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mariposa, CA

Average snowfall in March - Mariposa, CA
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mariposa, CA

Average snowfall days in March - Mariposa, CA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Mariposa, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Mariposa, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are August and October (26.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (18.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Mariposa, CA

Average UV index in March - Mariposa, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Mariposa, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Mariposa, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in March
Mariposa, CA

Average visibility in March - Mariposa, 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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