United States Los Angeles Weather in March — Climate Guide
March in Los Angeles is Very Good
March is Very Good for Los Angeles.
March is LA's spring transition — 22°C days + 11°C evenings. Daylight saving time begins second Sunday, sunsets jumping from 17:30 (early March) to 18:51 (mid-March). Outdoor activity windows expand dramatically.
Joshua Tree wildflower bloom peaks March-April after winter rains — best season for desert hiking. Cholla Cactus Garden + Hidden Valley Trail at peak photogenic.
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Los Angeles March Weather Stats
Avg High
22°C
Avg Low
11°C
Rainy Days
5
50mm total
Sunshine
9h
Daily avg
Humidity
56%
Comfortable
UV Index
7
High
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 30
Sea Temp
16°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
March Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
22 μg/m³
PM10
45 μg/m³
Status
Moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
22°C
Nighttime
10°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 30 km/h
Activities Recommended for March
March Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- DST extends evening daylight 90 min
- Joshua Tree wildflower bloom
- Mild + dry weather
Cons
- Late March spring break crowds
- Hotel prices climbing
- Sea still cool (16°C)
March Events & Festivals
- Daylight Saving Time begins (2nd Sunday March)
- Spring break crowds late March
- Joshua Tree wildflower bloom (March-April)
Los Angeles in March — Full Picture
March is LA's spring transition — 22°C days + 11°C evenings. Daylight saving time begins second Sunday, sunsets jumping from 17:30 (early March) to 18:51 (mid-March). Outdoor activity windows expand dramatically.
Joshua Tree wildflower bloom peaks March-April after winter rains — best season for desert hiking. Cholla Cactus Garden + Hidden Valley Trail at peak photogenic.
Spring break crowds arrive late March — US college students flock to LA + beaches. Hotel prices begin climbing from shoulder-season floors.
What to Wear & What to Pack
T-shirts during the day + light jacket for evenings. Daylight saving time begins second Sunday March — sunsets extend to 18:51 then 19:00.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current24°C
12.7°C
3.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
29.7°C
17.3°C
0.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
26.7°C
14.7°C
2.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
20.3°C
9.7°C
6/mo
Los Angeles Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20° | 9° | 6d·73mm | 7.5h | 55% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 21° | 10° | 6d·80mm | 8h | 56% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| March (Best) | 22° | 11° | 5d·50mm | 9h | 56% | 7 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| April (Best) | 24° | 12° | 3d·18mm | 10h | 55% | 9 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 26° | 15° | 2d·5mm | 10.5h | 60% | 10 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 28° | 16° | 1d·3mm | 11h | 65% | 10 | Busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 30° | 18° | 0d·1mm | 11.5h | 65% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| 31° | 18° | 0d·1mm | 11h | 65% | 11 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 30° | 17° | 1d·6mm | 10.5h | 65% | 10 | Busy | Peak |
| October (Best) | 27° | 15° | 2d·16mm | 9.5h | 60% | 7 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 23° | 12° | 4d·30mm | 8.5h | 55% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 20° | 10° | 6d·60mm | 7h | 55% | 4 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is March a good time to visit Los Angeles?
Los Angeles in March is Very Good. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Los Angeles in March?
Los Angeles March averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C.
Does it rain much in Los Angeles in March?
Los Angeles March averages 50mm of rainfall over about 5 rainy days.
What should I wear in Los Angeles in March?
T-shirts during the day + light jacket for evenings. Daylight saving time begins second Sunday March — sunsets extend to 18:51 then 19:00.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Los Angeles in March?
Los Angeles March sunrise is 07:04 and sunset is 18:51, with 11h 47m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Los Angeles in March?
Los Angeles March air quality (AQI) averages 60, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 22μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Los Angeles in March?
In March, Los Angeles is great for Joshua Tree wildflower hike, Outdoor walking + sights, Santa Monica + Venice.
Is March peak season in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles March crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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