March weather forecast
Sierra City, CA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sierra City, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and max 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

March's presence records an average high-temperature of a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C), closely mirroring February's climate. Sierra City observes an average nighttime temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) during March.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and March, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In March, it is snowing for 14.7 days. Throughout March, 22.48" (571mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 69.3 snowfall days, and 103.5" (2629mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sierra City, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:55 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:26 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 in Sierra City is 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

Sierra City in March has an average high-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What are the most humid months?

January and March, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout March, 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Sierra City, in March, during 14.7 snowfall days, 22.48" (571mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Sierra City, 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 6:34 am and sunset at 5:55 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:26 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sierra City, CA

Average temperature in March - Sierra City, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Sierra City, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sierra City, CA

Average wind speed in March - Sierra City, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Sierra City, CA

Average humidity in March - Sierra City, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and March (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (40%).

Average rainfall in March
Sierra City, CA

Average rainfall in March - Sierra City, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 4.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Sierra City, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Sierra City, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sierra City, CA

Average snowfall in March - Sierra City, CA
  • Average snowfall in March: 22.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (22.52").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sierra City, CA

Average snowfall days in March - Sierra City, CA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sierra City, CA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h).

Average sunshine days in March
Sierra City, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Sierra City, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Sierra City, CA

Average UV index in March - Sierra City, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Sierra City, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Sierra City, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in March
Sierra City, CA

Average visibility in March - Sierra City, CA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (4mi).

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