March weather forecast
Ventura, CA

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A view of the city of Ventura in California from atop the Grant Park, with a distant calm Pacific ocean
A view of the city of Ventura in California from atop the Grant Park, with a distant calm Pacific ocean

Weather in March

Ventura's March weather marks a distinct transition from winter to more Spring-like conditions. A noticeable shift towards sunnier conditions pervades, with the sunlight hours extending each day. Rainfall is slightly less, yet days when light showers accentuate the nurturing ambiance of spring can be observed often. The city starts cascading into vibrant colors, with the shift from chilling winds to calming breezes offering a refreshing contrast to winter rigidity.

Temperature

The arrival of March sees an average high-temperature of a comfortable 61°F (16.1°C), hardly diverging from February's 59°F (15°C). March brings Ventura a consistent average low-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Humidity

In Ventura, California, the average relative humidity in March is 64%.

Rainfall

In Ventura, in March, during 6 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 47.8 rainfall days, and 6.97" (177mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Ventura, the average seawater temperature in March is 56.8°F (13.8°C).
Note: Swimming in 56.8°F (13.8°C) can be lethal. Merely spending a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels harsh, and venturing below 50°F (10°C) might disrupt breathing control and bring about cold shock, contingent on individual resilience.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March in Ventura, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:17 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 Ventura, the average sunshine in March is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During March, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Ventura?

In March, in Ventura, the average high-temperature is 61°F (16.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 50.7°F (10.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ventura?

In Ventura, California, the average relative humidity in March is 64%.

How many days does it rain in March in Ventura?

In Ventura, in March, during 6 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in March in Ventura?

In Ventura, California, in March, the average water temperature is 56.8°F (13.8°C). Swimming in 56.8°F (13.8°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Ventura have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Ventura?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PST. On the last day of the month, in Ventura, California, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:17 pm PDT.

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

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 Ventura?

In Ventura, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Ventura?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Ventura, California, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Ventura, CA

Average temperature in March - Ventura, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 61°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (74.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (59°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (48.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Ventura, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ventura, CA

Average wind speed in March - Ventura, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Ventura, CA

Average humidity in March - Ventura, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 64%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (56%).

Average rainfall in March
Ventura, CA

Average rainfall in March - Ventura, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.12").

Average rainfall days in March
Ventura, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Ventura, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.1 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Ventura, CA

Average sea temperature in March - Ventura, CA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 56.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (64.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (56.7°F).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ventura, 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: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ventura, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Ventura, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (20.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Ventura, CA

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

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Ventura, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Ventura, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in March
Ventura, CA

Average visibility in March - Ventura, 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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