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San Luis Obispo Weather in March
March is one of the excellent months to visit San Luis Obispo, with daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F) at night. Do note that quite a bit of rainfall is typical, averaging around 64 mm (2.5 in).
Rainfall in San Luis Obispo in March
Historically, approximately 9 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 64 mm (2.5 in). When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.
Temperature in San Luis Obispo in March
San Luis Obispo in March has excellent weather. Days reach 20°C (68°F) and nights cool to 6°C (43°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With overnight lows of 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.
Sunshine in San Luis Obispo in March
Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 264 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit San Luis Obispo.If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, March is one of the best months to visit San Luis Obispo.
San Luis Obispo Temperature in March
Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
28%
Precipitation
64 mm (2.5 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Sunshine
264 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Paso Robles, the United States of America (38 KM, 23 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 Luis Obispo in March
For San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Barbeque8/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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