March weather forecast
Palo Alto, CA

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Palm trees and the iconic Hoover Tower within Stanford University in Palo Alto, California
Palm trees and the iconic Hoover Tower within Stanford University in Palo Alto, California

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Palo Alto, California, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45.7°F (7.6°C) and an average high of 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

The shift to March signals an average high-temperature of an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C), subtly varied from February's 59.5°F (15.3°C). Palo Alto, in the month of March, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Palo Alto is March, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 63.3 rainfall days, and 9.53" (242mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:02 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:30 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 7.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

Palo Alto in March has an average high-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Palo Alto?

In March, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Palo Alto?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:02 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:30 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 Palo Alto have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Palo Alto, CA

Average temperature in March - Palo Alto, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 61.3°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (45.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Palo Alto, CA

Average pressure in March - Palo Alto, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

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

Average wind speed in March
Palo Alto, CA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (6.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Palo Alto, CA

Average humidity in March - Palo Alto, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (74%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (65%).

Average rainfall in March
Palo Alto, CA

Average rainfall in March - Palo Alto, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0").

Average rainfall days in March
Palo Alto, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Palo Alto, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.6 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Palo Alto, CA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Palo Alto, 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: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Palo Alto, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Palo Alto, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (18 days).

Average UV index in March
Palo Alto, CA

Average UV index in March - Palo Alto, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Palo Alto, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Palo Alto, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in March
Palo Alto, CA

Average visibility in March - Palo Alto, 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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