March weather forecast
Pismo Beach, CA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Pismo Beach, is still a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and an average high of 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Temperature

Pismo Beach's weather, upon March's arrival, documents an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C), nearly identical to the prior month. Pismo Beach's average low-temperature for the month of March records at a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Pismo Beach is March, when the rain falls for 8.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In March, the average ocean temperature is 55.4°F (13°C).
Note: Swimming in 55.4°F (13°C) poses a severe threat. Even short exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) is chilling, and going below 50°F (10°C) can cause breathing irregularities and intense cold shock, based on one's stamina.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:23 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 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in March interprets into the following advice:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Pismo Beach in March?

In Pismo Beach, 64.9°F (18.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 46.9°F (8.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 68%, March is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 68%.

What is the rainiest month?

March is the month with the most rainfall in Pismo Beach. Rain falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Pismo Beach, in March, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in March?

In Pismo Beach, the average seawater temperature in March is 55.4°F (13°C). Swimming in 55.4°F (13°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Pismo Beach, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:23 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 Pismo Beach have in March?

In Pismo Beach, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Pismo Beach?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average daylight
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Average temperature in March
Pismo Beach, CA

Average temperature in March - Pismo Beach, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 64.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (61.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (46°F).

Average pressure in March
Pismo Beach, CA

Average pressure in March - Pismo Beach, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Pismo Beach, CA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Pismo Beach, CA

Average humidity in March - Pismo Beach, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (68%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (58%).

Average rainfall in March
Pismo Beach, CA

Average rainfall in March - Pismo Beach, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.61").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in March
Pismo Beach, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Pismo Beach, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Pismo Beach, CA

Average sea temperature in March - Pismo Beach, CA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 55.3°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and October (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (54.3°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Pismo Beach, CA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Pismo Beach, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Pismo Beach, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21 days).

Average UV index in March
Pismo Beach, CA

Average UV index in March - Pismo Beach, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March
Pismo Beach, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Pismo Beach, 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 6).

Average visibility in March
Pismo Beach, CA

Average visibility in March - Pismo Beach, 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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