March weather forecast
Alta, CA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Alta, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.8°F (8.8°C) and min 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings an average high-temperature of a still chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C), subtly diverging from February's 45.5°F (7.5°C). Alta throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 7.09" (180mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 37.6" (955mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Alta is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST. On the last day of March, in Alta, sunrise is at 6:47 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 Alta is 6.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Alta. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Alta?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Alta are 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Alta?

March is the most humid month in Alta, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in March in Alta?

The average relative humidity in March in Alta, California, is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Alta?

March is the month with the most rainfall in Alta, California. Rain falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 7.09" (180mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March in Alta?

In Alta, California, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 7.09" (180mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Alta?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Alta. Snow falls for 11.7 days and accumulates 37.6" (955mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Alta?

In Alta, California, during March, snow falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 37.6" (955mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Alta?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Alta?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST. On the last day of the month, in Alta, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:26 pm PDT.

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

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 Alta?

The average sunshine duration in March in Alta, California, is 6.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Alta?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Alta, California.

How high is the UV index in March in Alta?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Alta, California, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Alta, CA

Average temperature in March - Alta, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (52.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (29.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Alta, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Alta, CA

Average wind speed in March - Alta, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Alta, CA

Average humidity in March - Alta, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (39%).

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Average rainfall in March
Alta, CA

Average rainfall in March - Alta, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 7.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (7.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in March
Alta, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Alta, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Alta, CA

Average snowfall in March - Alta, CA
  • Average snowfall in March: 37.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (37.6").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Alta, CA

Average snowfall days in March - Alta, CA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Alta, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Alta, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Alta, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Alta, CA

Average UV index in March - Alta, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Alta, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Alta, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in March
Alta, CA

Average visibility in March - Alta, CA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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