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Weather in Santa Cruz, California for March 2026

Your guide to Santa Cruz weather in March - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • So far, March 2026 in Santa Cruz shows a warmer trend than usual by 4.6 °F.

  • Expect cooler weather in the next days in Santa Cruz with the forecast suggesting a temperature of 20.4 °F, lower than the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Santa Cruz at the beginning of March is 12.7 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 20.4 °F by the end of March.

  • Rain 🌧️

  • Santa Cruz in March brings notable rainfall, with an average of 16 rainy days and a total precipitation of 136.4 mm.

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Average dry days
15
Dry days
Average rainy days
16
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
13°/8°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
21 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
85 %
Avg humidity

Santa Cruz Weather March

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Temperatures trend during March in Santa Cruz

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March weather in Santa Cruz day by day

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Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
Mar. 1 Overcast
Overcast
13° /9° 0.2 mm 2
Mar. 2 Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
13° /9° 1 mm 2
Mar. 3 Overcast
Overcast
14° /9° 0 mm 3
Mar. 4 Overcast
Overcast
13° /9° 0 mm 3
Mar. 5 Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
14° /7° 3.4 mm 3
Mar. 6 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
9° /7° 0.3 mm 2
Mar. 7 Overcast
Overcast
13° /6° 0 mm 3
Mar. 8 Overcast
Overcast
12° /7° 0 mm 3
Mar. 9 Overcast
Overcast
15° /8° 0 mm 3
Mar. 10 Overcast
Overcast
16° /7° 0 mm 4
Mar. 11 Cloudy
Cloudy
17° /7° 0 mm 4
Mar. 12 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
16° /9° 12.8 mm 4
Mar. 13 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
14° /7° 8.5 mm 3
Mar. 14 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
15° /7° 8.3 mm 3
Mar. 15 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
17° /9° 0 mm 5
Mar. 16 Overcast
Overcast
18° /10° 5.3 mm 4
Mar. 17 Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
18° /11° 6.8 mm 4
Mar. 18 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
19° /12° 0 mm 5
Mar. 19 Overcast
Overcast
18° /10° 0 mm 4
Mar. 20 Overcast
Overcast
20° /10° 0.2 mm 5
Mar. 21 Sunny
Sunny
27° /12° 0 mm 6
Mar. 22 Sunny
Sunny
24° /10° 0 mm 7
Mar. 23 Sunny
Sunny
22° /11° 0 mm 8
Mar. 24 Sunny
Sunny
26° /13° 0 mm 8
Mar. 25 Sunny
Sunny
23° /12° 0 mm 5
Mar. 26 Sunny
Sunny
22° /10° 0 mm 4
Mar. 27 Cloudy
Cloudy
25° /13° 0 mm 4
Mar. 28 Overcast
Overcast
21° /14° 0 mm 4
Mar. 29 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
22° /13° 0 mm 5
Mar. 30 Sunny
Sunny
16° /9° 0 mm 4
Mar. 31 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
14° /9° 2.6 mm 3
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Santa Cruz in March is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Santa Cruz forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

Santa Cruz in March - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Santa Cruz during March?

During March, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 13° and lows near 8°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.

How much rainfall should be expected in Santa Cruz during March?

Significant rainfall exceeding 136.4 mm is expected in Santa Cruz during March, occurring over more than 16 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.

What are the typical wind conditions in Santa Cruz during March?

The average wind speed in Santa Cruz during March is 21 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

March rainfall patterns in Santa Cruz

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Santa Cruzs March weather 💧
Typically, Santa Cruz has 16 rainy days in March with a total of 136.4 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Santa Cruz during March

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