Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average sea temperature in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
March's weather records an average high-temperature of a still mild 59.5°F (15.3°C), showing little deviation from February. During the nights in March, Monterey observes an average low-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Monterey are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
In Monterey, during March, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Monterey, there are 73.6 rainfall days, and 11.77" (299mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Monterey, in March, the average water temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C).Note: Swimming in 54.5°F (12.5°C) at temperatures under 50°F (10°C) requires thermal swimsuits; otherwise, one can face cold shock and breathing difficulty. Even brief immersion at 55.4°F (13°C) feels frosty.
Daylight
In Monterey, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:02 pm PST. On the last day of March, in Monterey, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:29 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
The average sunshine in March is 8.1h.UV index
In Monterey, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in March in Monterey?
What are the most humid months in Monterey?
What is the average humidity in March in Monterey?
How many days does it rain in March in Monterey?
How cold is the water in March in Monterey?
How many hours of daylight does Monterey have in March?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Monterey?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Monterey?
How long on average sun shines in March in Monterey?
What is the UV index reading in March in Monterey?
Average temperature in March
Monterey, CA
- Average high temperature in March: 59.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 46.4°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (46°F).
Average pressure in March
Monterey, CA
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Monterey, CA
- Average wind speed in March: 7.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Monterey, CA
- Average humidity in March: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (68%).
Average rainfall in March
Monterey, CA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.4").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.08").
Average rainfall days in March
Monterey, CA
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.1 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Monterey, CA
- Average sea temperature in March: 54.5°F
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (53.8°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Monterey, CA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 8h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Monterey, CA
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (16.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Monterey, CA
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in March
Monterey, CA
- Average cloud cover in March: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in March
Monterey, 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).
Monterey, California, USA
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