March weather forecast
Bakersfield, CA

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The scenic natural park of The Park At River Walk, located in Bakersfield, California
The scenic natural park of The Park At River Walk, located in Bakersfield, California

Weather in March

March invites spring to Bakersfield with signs of winter thawing out and temperature highs rising to 66.2°F (19°C). Despite the warmer days, cool nights underscore the transition period as the low temperature averages out at 43.5°F (6.4°C). The increased daylight prevalent in this period boosts outdoor activities. Rainfall is slightly less than February, though the city experiences more rainy days. Overall, March offers a blend of pleasant daytime temperatures and cool evenings in Bakersfield.

Temperature

The introduction of March sees an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 66.2°F (19°C), hardly deviating from February. The nighttime temperature in Bakersfield during March displays a significant divergence from daily peaks, averaging at a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 57%.

Rainfall

In Bakersfield, during March, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Bakersfield, California, during the entire year, the rain falls for 52 days and collects up to 7.17" (182mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Bakersfield, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Bakersfield is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:51 pm PST. On the last day of March, in Bakersfield, sunrise is at 6:42 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 March, the average sunshine in Bakersfield is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Bakersfield in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Bakersfield, California, during March are 66.2°F (19°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Bakersfield?

The average relative humidity in March in Bakersfield, California, is 57%.

How many days does it rain in March in Bakersfield?

In Bakersfield, in March, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Bakersfield?

January, March through December are months without snowfall in Bakersfield.

Does it snow in Bakersfield in March?

In March, in Bakersfield, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Bakersfield?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 5:51 pm PST. On the last day of the month, in Bakersfield, California, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:17 pm PDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Bakersfield, 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 Bakersfield have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Bakersfield, California, is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Bakersfield?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Bakersfield, California, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Bakersfield, CA

Average temperature in March - Bakersfield, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (96.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (58.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 43.5°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (40.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Bakersfield, CA

Average pressure in March - Bakersfield, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Bakersfield, CA

Average wind speed in March - Bakersfield, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May, June and July (5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Bakersfield, CA

Average humidity in March - Bakersfield, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 57%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (29%).

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Average rainfall in March
Bakersfield, CA

Average rainfall in March - Bakersfield, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.26").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in March
Bakersfield, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Bakersfield, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (9.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Bakersfield, CA

Average snowfall in March - Bakersfield, CA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Bakersfield, CA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Bakersfield, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Bakersfield, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Bakersfield, CA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Bakersfield, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Bakersfield, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 4).

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Average visibility in March
Bakersfield, CA

Average visibility in March - Bakersfield, 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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