United StatesThe weather in March in Palo Alto
It's pleasantly warm in March in Palo Alto with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 12°C.
Looking for great weather? March is a good time to be in Palo Alto. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in March for Palo Alto, California. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 28°C in 2015, Palo Alto reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 16°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Palo Alto is 9°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
Rainfall amount
In March, there is an average of 55 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in March for Palo Alto
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Palo Alto. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
March weather comparison
| Palo Alto | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 20°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 23°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 8°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 55 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 8 days | 10 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Palo Alto with mild temps, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights around 10°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps rise to around 21°C, with nights around 12°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Palo Alto is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 3 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in March in Palo Alto, California. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in March in Palo Alto
Temperature in March in Palo Alto over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March in Palo Alto, California. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in March in Palo Alto
Total precipitation in March in Palo Alto over the years
Daily UV index in March in Palo Alto
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Palo Alto, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Palo Alto by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Palo Alto. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.