March weather forecast
Palo Alto, LA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Palo Alto, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 72.3°F (22.4°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C) to an agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C). During the nights in March, Palo Alto experiences a consistent average temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Humidity

In Palo Alto, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165.4 rainfall days, and 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Palo Alto, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

In Palo Alto, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:22 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

In Palo Alto, the average sunshine in March is 7.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Palo Alto is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during March morphs into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The high-temperature during March is 72.3°F (22.4°C) and the low-temperature is 53.8°F (12.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Palo Alto, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Palo Alto, snow does not fall in February through December.

How many hours of daylight does Palo Alto have in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:22 pm CDT.

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 CST to CDT. 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 7.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Palo Alto, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Palo Alto, LA

Average temperature in March - Palo Alto, LA
  • Average high temperature in March: 72.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 53.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Palo Alto, LA

Average pressure in March - Palo Alto, LA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Palo Alto, LA

Average wind speed in March - Palo Alto, LA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Palo Alto, LA

Average humidity in March - Palo Alto, LA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, September and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Palo Alto, LA

Average rainfall in March - Palo Alto, LA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
Palo Alto, LA

Average rainfall days in March - Palo Alto, LA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Palo Alto, LA

Average snowfall in March - Palo Alto, LA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Palo Alto, LA

Average snowfall days in March - Palo Alto, LA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

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

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Palo Alto, LA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Palo Alto, LA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Palo Alto, LA

Average sunshine days in March - Palo Alto, LA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Palo Alto, LA

Average UV index in March - Palo Alto, LA
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Palo Alto, LA

Average cloud cover in March - Palo Alto, LA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Palo Alto, LA

Average visibility in March - Palo Alto, LA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, June, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, April, May, July and September (5mi).

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