March weather forecastBerkeley, CA
March
Weather in March
March introduces the spring with warmer temperatures, averaging from 46.4°F (8°C) to 60.8°F (16°C). This transition style is accompanied by a slightly increased cloud cover of 36%. Rainfall sees a slump with merely 0.71" (18mm) of rain recorded in 8.7 days. The UV index intensifies to 4, echoing the shift towards brighter and longer daylight hours. Meanwhile, a surge in wind speed to 6.6mph (10.6km/h) brings a refreshing breeze.Temperature
The transition into March marks the average high-temperature at an enjoyable 60.8°F (16°C), differing minimally from February's 58.8°F (14.9°C). An average low-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C) is observed during March nights in Berkeley.Humidity
March is the most humid month in Berkeley, California, with an average relative humidity of 75%.Rainfall
In Berkeley, during March, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Berkeley, California, there are 55.6 rainfall days, and 5.24" (133mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March in Berkeley, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:03 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Berkeley, the average sunshine in March is 7.8h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Berkeley is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 4 during March leads to these advisories:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Berkeley, CA
- Average high temperature in March: 60.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 46.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is September (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Berkeley, CA
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Berkeley, CA
- Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5mph).
Average humidity in March
Berkeley, CA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).
Average rainfall in March
Berkeley, CA
- Average rainfall in March: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.1").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0.08").
Average rainfall days in March
Berkeley, CA
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.5 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Berkeley, CA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Berkeley, CA
- Average sunshine days in March: 21.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Berkeley, CA
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in March
Berkeley, CA
- Average cloud cover in March: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in March
Berkeley, 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).
