March weather forecast
El Cajon, CA

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Weather in March

As spring arrives in full bloom, March signifies a well-marked departure from the colder months. With temperatures continuing their ascension, conditions for outdoor activities like hiking and sightseeing enhance considerably. Longer sunshine hours and increasing daylight time make the weather more enjoyable for those in love with the outdoors. However, rainfall persists, albeit at a reduced rate when compared to February. March brings warmer days with temperatures soaring to 67.3°F (19.6°C) from 48.9°F (9.4°C), although wet days still linger with seven precipitation days on record.

Temperature

March's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still refreshing 67.3°F (19.6°C) from February's 64.9°F (18.3°C). El Cajon experiences an average temperature drop to a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In El Cajon, the average relative humidity in March is 63%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout March, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In El Cajon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 56.1 days and collects up to 8.27" (210mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March in El Cajon, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:45 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:07 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 El Cajon, California, the average sunshine in March is 8.6h.

UV index

In El Cajon, California, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during March morphs into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The average high-temperature, in March, in El Cajon, is 67.3°F (19.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 63%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In El Cajon, during March, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does El Cajon have in March?

In March, the average day length in El Cajon is 12h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:45 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:07 pm PDT.

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

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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in El Cajon?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
El Cajon, CA

Average temperature in March - El Cajon, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 67.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (63.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (47.8°F).

Average pressure in March
El Cajon, CA

Average pressure in March - El Cajon, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
El Cajon, CA

Average wind speed in March - El Cajon, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
El Cajon, CA

Average humidity in March - El Cajon, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (53%).

Average rainfall in March
El Cajon, CA

Average rainfall in March - El Cajon, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.79"

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

Average rainfall days in March
El Cajon, CA

Average rainfall days in March - El Cajon, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.4 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
El Cajon, CA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in March
El Cajon, CA

Average sunshine days in March - El Cajon, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (27.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.9 days).

Average UV index in March
El Cajon, CA

Average UV index in March - El Cajon, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March
El Cajon, CA

Average cloud cover in March - El Cajon, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 23

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in March
El Cajon, CA

Average visibility in March - El Cajon, 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).

El Cajon, California, USA

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