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San Jose in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for San Jose in March and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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March

Weather in San Jose in March 2025

Good Weather
Warm
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Rainy
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Very warm water
Weather for San Jose in March is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +79°F during the day, and approximately 2 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 27 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in March around 108 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+79°F
Avg. max. temperature
+55°F
Min.
+88°F
Max.
108 mm
Total precipitation
68%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
0 ⛅️
Cloudy
27 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: San Jose has good weather in March.

Average temperature in San Jose in March

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in San Jose for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in March is +77°F with a maximum of +82°F and a minimum of +61°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +79°F to +75°F.

Is San Jose warm or cold in March?

San Jose is typically warm in March.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +77°F to +79°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +61°F to +63°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

March is one of the warmest months in San Jose, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in San Jose in March

Water in San Jose in March is Very warm. It varies from +83°F to +87°F, with an average of +85°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +79°F.

The water temperature in March is one of the warmest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in San Jose are reached in March, when the average sea temperature rises to +85°F. The coldest water temperatures are in November, with an average of +82°F.

Can you swim in San Jose in March?

You can definitely swim in San Jose in March, the water is very warm (+85°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!

Climate in San Jose in March

San Jose weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+77°F+79°F+79°F
Min. temperature
+55°F+55°F+55°F
Max. temperature
+86°F+88°F+88°F
Rainfall
83 mm108 mm257 mm
Wind
5 m/s4 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+83°F+85°F+85°F
Humidity
67%68%72%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1014 HPa1014 HPa
Sunny days
320
Cloudy days
000
Rainy days
252724
Snowy days
000

March weather is still as good as in February. It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +77°F to +79°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 83 mm to 108 mm. Humidity rises from 67% to 68%. Winds are calmer in comparison to February, going down from 5 m/s to 4 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 3 sunny days in February to 2 in March.

April brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in San Jose in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in San Jose is gradually increasing during March, going from 6 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in San Jose based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in March is about 140 mm, with a 74% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 36 mm, which is moderate rain. March is a pretty wet month with over 23 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
San Jose wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 61% chance of precipitation and 753 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 86% chance of precipitation and 83 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last March in San Jose?

This is the weather in San Jose in March 2023:
1 March
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+80°F
2 March
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+79°F
3 March
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+82°F
4 March
☀️
+80°F
5 March
🌧️
+77°F
6 March
🌧️
+74°F
7 March
☀️
+79°F
8 March
☀️
+75°F
9 March
🌧️
+74°F
10 March
☀️
+77°F
11 March
🌧️
+78°F
12 March
☀️
+75°F
13 March
☀️
+75°F
14 March
🌧️
+79°F
15 March
☀️
+77°F
16 March
☀️
+78°F
17 March
☀️
+78°F
18 March
☀️
+79°F
19 March
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+79°F
20 March
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+80°F
21 March
☀️
+75°F
22 March
☀️
+74°F
23 March
☀️
+75°F
24 March
☀️
+79°F
25 March
☀️
+80°F
26 March
☀️
+80°F
27 March
☀️
+80°F
28 March
🌧️
+77°F
29 March
🌧️
+75°F
30 March
☀️
+75°F
31 March
🌧️
+74°F
In March 2023 San Jose had 23 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +77°F, with an absolute maximum of +82°F and a minimum of +73°F. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 56%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how San Jose climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in San Jose in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1999 (+74°F) and the highest in 2013 (+79°F). The driest year was 2023 with only 3365 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1995 with 7044 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in San Jose in March:

Is March a good time to visit San Jose?

March is a really good time to go to San Jose. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit San Jose.

Can you sunbathe in San Jose in March?

March is warm in San Jose. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in San Jose in March?

Yes, you can swim in San Jose in March, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +85°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.

Is San Jose rainy in March?

San Jose is often rainy in March. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in San Jose in March?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in San Jose in March, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Monthly weather in San Jose

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in San Jose, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.