Santa Barbara weather in March (California, United States of America)
Looking to travel to Santa Barbara in March? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In Santa Barbara, March is characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 20°C. But by evening, they drop to around 9°C.
Santa Barbara in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 62 mm for the month. Typically around 6 days of rainfall is expected.
The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 280 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.
If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, March is a great time to visit. February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Santa Barbara climate page with graphs.
Santa Barbara, monthly averages in March
Min Temperature
9°C
Max Temperature
20°C
Chance of Rain
19%
Precipitation
62 mm
Rainy days
6 days
Sunshine
280 hours
Percentage Sunshine
75%
Where to go in the United States of America in March
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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So, what should you wear in Santa Barbara in March?
For visitors traveling to Santa Barbara, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in March.
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