March weather forecast
Santa Ana, CA

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Night lights of the street in Santa Ana, California, with palm trees lining the street
Night lights of the street in Santa Ana, California, with palm trees lining the street

Weather in March

March sees weather conditions continuing to change, with a marginal rise in temperatures and humidity levels. Despite the spring season being well underway by this time, rainfall is surprisingly low, averaging at 0.83" (21mm) for the month. Relative humidity averages at 62% in March, making the air feel slightly heavier. The wind speed increases further, recording an average of 5.3mph (8.5km/h). Yet, Santa Ana's weather remains enjoyable and promotes continued outdoor engagements.

Temperature

Santa Ana's average high-temperature in March is a still refreshing 67.5°F (19.7°C), indicating a subtle variation from February. Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In Santa Ana, the average relative humidity in March is 62%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout March, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 55 rainfall days, and 7.4" (188mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:48 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:11 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 8.8h.

UV index

In Santa Ana, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Santa Ana, is 67.5°F (19.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Santa Ana?

The average relative humidity in March is 62%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Santa Ana, in March, during 7.1 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:48 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:11 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 Santa Ana have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Santa Ana, CA

Average temperature in March - Santa Ana, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 67.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (63.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (50.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Santa Ana, CA

Average pressure in March - Santa Ana, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Santa Ana, CA

Average wind speed in March - Santa Ana, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Santa Ana, CA

Average humidity in March - Santa Ana, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (52%).

Average rainfall in March
Santa Ana, CA

Average rainfall in March - Santa Ana, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.08").

Average rainfall days in March
Santa Ana, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Santa Ana, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.7 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Santa Ana, CA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Santa Ana, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Santa Ana, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Santa Ana, CA

Average UV index in March - Santa Ana, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 5

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

Average cloud cover in March
Santa Ana, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Santa Ana, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in March
Santa Ana, CA

Average visibility in March - Santa Ana, 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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