March weather forecast
Morro Bay, CA

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The iconic Morro Rock, a famous tourist spot in Morro Bay, California
The iconic Morro Rock, a famous tourist spot in Morro Bay, California

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Morro Bay, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.8°F (8.8°C) and max 62.6°F (17°C).

Temperature

Morro Bay greets March with an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 62.6°F (17°C), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. Morro Bay's nights in March experience an average temperature drop to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Humidity

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 53.7 rainfall days, and 8.58" (218mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Morro Bay, in March, the average water temperature is 55.4°F (13°C).
Note: In 55.4°F (13°C), even brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) feels biting, and anything less than 50°F (10°C) risks cold shock and impaired breathing, considering one's health.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Morro Bay is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March in Morro Bay, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:59 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Morro Bay, the average sunshine in March is 8.6h.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Morro Bay. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Morro Bay?

In March, in Morro Bay, the average high-temperature is 62.6°F (17°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Morro Bay?

The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in March in Morro Bay?

The average relative humidity in March in Morro Bay is 70%.

How much does it rain in Morro Bay in March?

In Morro Bay, California, during March, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How cold is the water in March in Morro Bay?

In Morro Bay, California, in March, the average water temperature is 55.4°F (13°C). Swimming in 55.4°F (13°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Morro Bay have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Morro Bay?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:59 pm PST. On the last day of the month, in Morro Bay, California, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:24 pm PDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Morro Bay?

The months with the lowest UV index in Morro Bay, California, are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index reading in March in Morro Bay?

In Morro Bay, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Morro Bay, CA

Average temperature in March - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (59.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (47.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Morro Bay, CA

Average pressure in March - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Morro Bay, CA

Average wind speed in March - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Morro Bay, CA

Average humidity in March - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (70%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (61%).

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Average rainfall in March
Morro Bay, CA

Average rainfall in March - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in March
Morro Bay, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.7 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Morro Bay, CA

Average sea temperature in March - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 55.3°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and October (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (54.3°F).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Morro Bay, CA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Morro Bay, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Morro Bay, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Morro Bay, CA

Average UV index in March - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in March
Morro Bay, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in March
Morro Bay, CA

Average visibility in March - Morro Bay, 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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