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Palo Alto Weather in March
March in Palo Alto brings pleasant temperatures around 19°C (66°F) during the day, dropping to 7°C (45°F) at night, with some rainfall expected.
Rainfall in Palo Alto in March
You can typically expect 10 days of rain this month, averaging around 59 mm (2.3 in). Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.
Temperature in Palo Alto in March
Temperatures in Palo Alto in March top out at 19°C (66°F) and drop to 7°C (45°F) overnight. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. At 7°C (45°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Palo Alto in March
Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 270 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Palo Alto.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best weather for Palo Alto.
Palo Alto Temperature in March
Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
59 mm (2.3 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
75% *
Sunshine
270 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
73% *
* Data from: San Francisco, the United States of America (27 KM, 17 Miles).
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Palo Alto in March
For Palo Alto in March, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Palo Alto in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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