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San Jose Weather in March

March in San Jose typically sees daytime highs of 19°C (66°F) and nighttime lows of 8°C (46°F). Expect some rainfall during the month.

Rainfall in San Jose in March

Rain is expected on roughly 10 days, totalling around 51 mm (2 in) for the month. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in San Jose in March

Daytime highs in San Jose in March reach 19°C (66°F), with nights around 8°C (46°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 8°C (46°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in San Jose in March

There are approximately 270 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances for San Jose.

San Jose Temperature in March

Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
51 mm (2 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
75% *
Sunshine
270 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
73% *
* Data from: San Francisco, the United States of America (53 KM, 32 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 San Jose in March

Pleasant temperatures in March mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in San Jose in March

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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