March weather forecast
Penn Valley, CA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Penn Valley, California, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and an average high of 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Temperature

March reports an average high-temperature of a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C), slightly varied from February's 54.5°F (12.5°C). Throughout March, the average low-temperature in Penn Valley records at a wintry 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 75%, March is the most humid month.

Rainfall

March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.1 days and accumulates 6.57" (167mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Penn Valley, in March, during 2.4 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 6.8 snowfall days, and 14.41" (366mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Penn Valley is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:57 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:28 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 March, the average sunshine is 7.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Penn Valley in March?

The high-temperature during March is 56.5°F (13.6°C) and the low-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 75%, March is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Penn Valley is 75%.

What is the rainiest month?

March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.1 days and accumulates 6.57" (167mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March in Penn Valley?

In Penn Valley, in March, during 15.1 rainfall days, 6.57" (167mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Penn Valley, during March, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 5:57 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:28 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Penn Valley, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Penn Valley?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Penn Valley is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Penn Valley, CA

Average temperature in March - Penn Valley, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (51.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (37.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Penn Valley, CA

Average pressure in March - Penn Valley, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Penn Valley, CA

Average wind speed in March - Penn Valley, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Penn Valley, CA

Average humidity in March - Penn Valley, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (37%).

Average rainfall in March
Penn Valley, CA

Average rainfall in March - Penn Valley, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 6.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (6.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in March
Penn Valley, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Penn Valley, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Penn Valley, CA

Average snowfall in March - Penn Valley, CA
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Penn Valley, CA

Average snowfall days in March - Penn Valley, CA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Penn Valley, CA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Penn Valley, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Penn Valley, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Penn Valley, CA

Average UV index in March - Penn Valley, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Penn Valley, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Penn Valley, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in March
Penn Valley, CA

Average visibility in March - Penn Valley, 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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