March weather forecast
Murrieta, CA

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The dense city of Murrieta in California, with a far view of hills and snow-covered mountains
The dense city of Murrieta in California, with a far view of hills and snow-covered mountains

Weather in March

March ushers in the arrival of spring in Murrieta which brings a notable increase in the city's average temperature, reaching up to 66.7°F (19.3°C). This shift in weather adds more vibrancy to the city, marking the commencement of blooming flowers and trees. This month sees a reduction in rainfall in comparison to February, paving the way for more outdoor attractions. Being a transitional month, March brings a perfect blend of moderate temperatures and abundant daylight.

Temperature

March's arrival in Murrieta brings an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Murrieta experiences a consistent, yet significant, drop from daily highs to a low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) throughout March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Murrieta is 63%.

Rainfall

In Murrieta, California, in March, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 60.6 rainfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Murrieta, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March in Murrieta, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:46 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:09 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 Murrieta, California, the average sunshine in March is 8.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Murrieta, California, 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: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Murrieta?

The high-temperature, in March, in Murrieta, records 66.7°F (19.3°C), while the low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Murrieta?

The average relative humidity in March in Murrieta is 63%.

How many days does it rain in March in Murrieta?

In Murrieta, California, during March, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Murrieta?

On the first day of March in Murrieta, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:46 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:09 pm PDT.

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

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 Murrieta have in March?

In Murrieta, California, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Murrieta?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (61.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (43.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Murrieta, CA

Average pressure in March - Murrieta, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Murrieta, CA

Average wind speed in March - Murrieta, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Murrieta, CA

Average humidity in March - Murrieta, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (52%).

Average rainfall in March
Murrieta, CA

Average rainfall in March - Murrieta, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.04").

Average rainfall days in March
Murrieta, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Murrieta, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.4 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Murrieta, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Murrieta, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (26.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Murrieta, CA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Murrieta, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Murrieta, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in March
Murrieta, CA

Average visibility in March - Murrieta, 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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