March weather forecast
Shafter, CA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Shafter, is also an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 67.6°F (19.8°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

The shift to March signals an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C), subtly varied from February's 63.1°F (17.3°C). Throughout March nights, Shafter experiences a consistent temperature average of 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Humidity

In Shafter, the average relative humidity in March is 57%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 8.9 days and typically aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Shafter, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:52 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:18 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 average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 67.6°F (19.8°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Shafter, the average relative humidity in March is 57%.

What is the rainiest month?

March is the month with the most rainfall in Shafter. Rain falls for 8.9 days and accumulates 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Shafter in March?

In Shafter, in March, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

March through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in March?

In March, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Shafter have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:52 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:18 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Shafter, CA

Average temperature in March - Shafter, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (99.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (58.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (41.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Shafter, CA

Average pressure in March - Shafter, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Shafter, CA

Average wind speed in March - Shafter, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (3.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Shafter, CA

Average humidity in March - Shafter, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 57%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (61%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (30%).

Average rainfall in March
Shafter, CA

Average rainfall in March - Shafter, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in March
Shafter, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Shafter, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

Average snowfall days in March
Shafter, CA

Average snowfall days in March - Shafter, CA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Shafter, CA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shafter, 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 and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shafter, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Shafter, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Shafter, CA

Average UV index in March - Shafter, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Shafter, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Shafter, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in March
Shafter, CA

Average visibility in March - Shafter, 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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