March weather forecast
Mammoth Lakes, CA

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Perfect water reflections of trees, rocks, and distant mountains in the clear water of Mammoth Lakes, California
Perfect water reflections of trees, rocks, and distant mountains in the clear water of Mammoth Lakes, California

Weather in March

The signs of spring surface in March, with Mammoth Lakes basking in more sunshine as temperatures begin to creep upwards. The snowfall decreases to 5.2" (132mm), indicating a transition from winter to spring. The charm of the city intensifies, surrounded by melting snow and budding flowers. The weather starts to clear up as the transition period takes hold. Mammoth Lakes transforms from a winter haven to a spring paradise during this month.

Temperature

In Mammoth Lakes, March's average high-temperature stands at a still cold 37.6°F (3.1°C), closely related to the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C) is observed during the March nights.

Humidity

In Mammoth Lakes, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Mammoth Lakes, in March, during 5.6 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 47.7 rainfall days, and 4.92" (125mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mammoth Lakes are January through June, September through December. In Mammoth Lakes, in March, during 11.3 snowfall days, 5.2" (132mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mammoth Lakes, there are 60.8 snowfall days, and 28.58" (726mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:50 pm PST. On the last day of March, in Mammoth Lakes, California, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:18 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 Mammoth Lakes, the average sunshine in March is 8.4h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Mammoth Lakes. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Mammoth Lakes during March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Mammoth Lakes, records 37.6°F (3.1°C), while the low-temperature is 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Mammoth Lakes?

In March, the average relative humidity in Mammoth Lakes is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Mammoth Lakes?

In Mammoth Lakes, during March, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Mammoth Lakes?

In Mammoth Lakes, California, in March, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 5.2" (132mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Mammoth Lakes?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Mammoth Lakes?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:50 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:18 pm PDT.

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

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 Mammoth Lakes?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Mammoth Lakes, California, is 8.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Mammoth Lakes?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Mammoth Lakes?

In Mammoth Lakes, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Mammoth Lakes, CA

Average temperature in March - Mammoth Lakes, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (14.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Mammoth Lakes, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Mammoth Lakes, CA

Average wind speed in March - Mammoth Lakes, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Mammoth Lakes, CA

Average humidity in March - Mammoth Lakes, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (34%).

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Average rainfall in March
Mammoth Lakes, CA

Average rainfall in March - Mammoth Lakes, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (0.94").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and October (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in March
Mammoth Lakes, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Mammoth Lakes, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (6.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Mammoth Lakes, CA

Average snowfall in March - Mammoth Lakes, CA
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Mammoth Lakes, CA

Average snowfall days in March - Mammoth Lakes, CA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (11.3 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
Mammoth Lakes, CA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mammoth Lakes, 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: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Mammoth Lakes, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Mammoth Lakes, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (18.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Mammoth Lakes, CA

Average UV index in March - Mammoth Lakes, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Mammoth Lakes, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Mammoth Lakes, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in March
Mammoth Lakes, CA

Average visibility in March - Mammoth Lakes, 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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