March weather forecast
Merced, CA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Merced, is still a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.7°F (19.3°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C) from February's 61.5°F (16.4°C). In March, the nighttime temperature plummets remarkably from the daily apex to a steady average of 45°F (7.2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 67%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Merced is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Merced, California, the average sunshine in March is 8.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Merced is 4. 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 maximum UV index of 4 during March leads to these instructions:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Merced in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Merced, is 66.7°F (19.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Merced?

In Merced, the average relative humidity in March is 67%.

What is the rainiest month in Merced?

The month with the most rainfall in Merced is March, when the rain falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March in Merced?

In Merced, California, in March, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Merced?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Merced?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:24 pm PDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Merced?

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 Merced?

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Merced?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Merced, California, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Merced, CA

Average temperature in March - Merced, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (99.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (41.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Merced, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Merced, CA

Average wind speed in March - Merced, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and November (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Merced, CA

Average humidity in March - Merced, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (32%).

Average rainfall in March
Merced, CA

Average rainfall in March - Merced, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in March
Merced, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Merced, 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 June (1.1 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Merced, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Merced, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Merced, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (18.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Merced, CA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Merced, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Merced, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 32).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in March
Merced, CA

Average visibility in March - Merced, 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).

Merced, California, USA

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