March Rainfall and Precipitation in California
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in California, the United States of America in March.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in March: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
California precipitation in March: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does California, the United States of America receive in March?
Los Angeles stays mostly dry in March, with average rainfall close to 35 mm (1.4 in).
How many days does it rain in California, the United States of America in March?
Rainfall in Los Angeles typically falls on roughly 4 days days in March.
Is March part of the rainy season in California, the United States of America?
No. March sits outside the typical rainy season in California, the United States of America, so you can expect drier conditions overall.
What is the wettest city in March in California, the United States of America?
In our database, Crescent City stands out as having an average rainfall level of 291 mm (11 in), making it the wettest location.
What is the driest city in March in California, the United States of America?
The driest place is Coachella Valley with an average rainfall of 2.6 mm (0.1 in) according to our data.
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