Sierra National Forest

Sierra National Forest Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America in March.

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North Fork Oakhurst Bass Lake Shaver Lake

Planning a journey to Sierra National Forest, the United States of America this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Sierra National Forest in March

Sierra National Forest, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. March in Sierra National Forest generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Shaver Lake at 12°C (54°F) to mild in Oakhurst at 17°C (63°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Oakhurst and 0°C (32°F) in Shaver Lake.

For specific regional insights in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Oakhurst with an average of 110 mm (4.3 in) to high rainfall in Bass Lake with 127 mm (5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. North Fork enjoys about 291 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Sierra National Forest by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sierra National Forest — and find the best time to visit. (based on North Fork)

January14°C (57°F) February14°C (57°F) March16°C (61°F) April19°C (66°F) May24°C (75°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly35°C (95°F) August34°C (93°F) September32°C (90°F) October24°C (75°F) November18°C (64°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Sierra National Forest in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Sierra National Forest.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Sierra National Forest

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Sierra National Forest (March)

Precipitation variation in Sierra National Forest (March)

North Fork

In March North Fork generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
291 hours
337 hours
Monthly rainfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in North Fork →

Oakhurst

In March Oakhurst generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
291 hours
337 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in Oakhurst →

Bass Lake

In March Bass Lake generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
291 hours
337 hours
Monthly rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
127 mm (5 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Bass Lake →

Shaver Lake

In March Shaver Lake generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
291 hours
337 hours
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Shaver Lake →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Sierra National Forest, in the United States of America.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Sierra National Forest in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
North Fork 16°C (61°F) 3°C (37°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Oakhurst 17°C (63°F) 4°C (39°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Bass Lake 15°C (59°F) 2°C (36°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Shaver Lake 12°C (54°F) 0°C (32°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)

Sierra National Forest weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America in March?

March in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America brings unpleasant weather. In North Fork, daytime temperatures are typically around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime lows hover near 3°C (37°F).

What is the average temperature in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America in March?

Average temperatures in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America during March range from a nighttime low near 3°C (37°F) to a daytime high around 16°C (61°F) in North Fork.

Does Sierra National Forest, the United States of America get a lot of rain in March?

Sierra National Forest, the United States of America sees substantial rainfall in March. North Fork typically averages about 115 mm (4.5 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Sierra National Forest, the United States of America?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Sierra National Forest, the United States of America due to the typically unpleasant weather in North Fork.

Generally speaking, May and October provide perfect weather in North Fork. The weather in July, August and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Sierra National Forest.

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