March weather forecast
San Jose, CA

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A sunset panorama of the lit city of San Jose, California
A sunset panorama of the lit city of San Jose, California

Weather in March

March announces the arrival of the spring season in San Jose. This month witnesses one of the highest rainfall volumes, an average of 0.83in, which is greeted by more sunlight with 12 daylight hours. Besides the rainfall, other signs of spring weather start to become noticeable. March invites a new chapter of weather in San Jose, characterized by rain and increased daylight.

Temperature

The commencement of March notes an average high-temperature of an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. An average minimum temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) marks the month of March.

Humidity

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 9.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:02 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:29 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 8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in San Jose is 4. A UV Index reading 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, 4 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in San Jose, is 62.2°F (16.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 43.9°F (6.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 73%, March is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 9.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in March?

In San Jose, in March, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does San Jose have in March?

In San Jose, California, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:02 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:29 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 San Jose have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
San Jose, CA

Average temperature in March - San Jose, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (43°F).

Average pressure in March
San Jose, CA

Average pressure in March - San Jose, 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, August and September (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
San Jose, CA

Average wind speed in March - San Jose, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (5.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (4.4mph).

Average humidity in March
San Jose, CA

Average humidity in March - San Jose, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and September (60%).

Average rainfall in March
San Jose, CA

Average rainfall in March - San Jose, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (0.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in March
San Jose, CA

Average rainfall days in March - San Jose, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (9.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.4 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
San Jose, CA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - San Jose, 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: 8h and 0min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
San Jose, CA

Average sunshine days in March - San Jose, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (19.5 days).

Average UV index in March
San Jose, CA

Average UV index in March - San Jose, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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

Average cloud cover in March
San Jose, CA

Average cloud cover in March - San Jose, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in March
San Jose, CA

Average visibility in March - San Jose, 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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