March weather forecast
Novato, CA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Novato, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature varying between 46°F (7.8°C) and 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Temperature

Novato's weather, upon March's arrival, documents an average high-temperature of a still moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C), nearly identical to the prior month. Throughout March, Novato anticipates an average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, March is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Novato, in March, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 68.4 rainfall days, and 7.28" (185mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:04 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:32 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 7.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during March leads to these instructions:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

March temperatures in Novato vary between a high-temperature of 59.9°F (15.5°C) and a low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Novato?

In March, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Novato have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:04 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:32 pm PDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Novato, 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Novato, CA

Average temperature in March - Novato, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 59.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (43.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Novato, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Novato, CA

Average wind speed in March - Novato, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Novato, CA

Average humidity in March - Novato, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in March
Novato, CA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July, August and September (0.08").

Average rainfall days in March
Novato, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Novato, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Novato, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Novato, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (18.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Novato, CA

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Novato, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Novato, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in March
Novato, CA

Average visibility in March - Novato, 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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