March weather forecast
Shasta, CA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Shasta, California, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 57.2°F (14°C).

Temperature

March's onset records an average high-temperature of a moderate 57.2°F (14°C), a near match to February's 54.7°F (12.6°C). March generally records an average low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 15.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February, March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in March, Shasta aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Shasta, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.9 days and aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Shasta, California, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:01 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Shasta, the average sunshine in March is 7.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during March leads to these instructions:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 57.2°F (14°C) and a low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

What is the wettest month?

March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.8 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Shasta, in March, during 15.8 rainfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in March, Shasta aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shasta have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Shasta?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:01 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:34 pm PDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Shasta?

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 Shasta have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.3h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Shasta, CA

Average temperature in March - Shasta, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (50.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (36.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Shasta, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Shasta, CA

Average wind speed in March - Shasta, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and October (5.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and November (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Shasta, CA

Average humidity in March - Shasta, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (33%).

Average rainfall in March
Shasta, CA

Average rainfall in March - Shasta, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

Average rainfall days in March
Shasta, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Shasta, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shasta, CA

Average snowfall in March - Shasta, CA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shasta, CA

Average snowfall days in March - Shasta, CA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shasta, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Shasta, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Shasta, CA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Shasta, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Shasta, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in March
Shasta, CA

Average visibility in March - Shasta, 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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