What to Expect from Los Angeles in March
In some years, winter rains extend into March. In others it's reasonably dry.
Los Angeles Weather in March
Average High Temperature: 69°F/21°C
Average Low Temperature: 51°F/11°C
Rain & Clouds Index: 2.52 inches (6.4 cm) rain, 72% sunshine
What Pack, What to Wear in March
Pack a mid-weight jacket, especially for evenings near the beach. Layered shirts and sweaters are your best fashion strategy.
Los Angeles March Events
- LA Marathon: It's one of the premiere running events, taking participants through a route that starts at Dodger Stadium and ends at the Santa Monica Pier.
- California Poppy Season: You'll have to get a little bit out of town for it, but in the best years, the seasonal display of orange flowers is unparalleled.
- Swallows Return to Mission San Juan Capistrano: No one is quite sure how they do it, but they come back every year on March 19, St. Joseph's Day.
- Bloomin' Beautiful: Over 1,200 cultivars of flowering camellias make Huntington Gardens one of the best places in the country to see them, January to March.
Especially Fun in March
Rain often starts tapering off by March, but if precipitation happens, try these Things to Do on a Rainy Day in Los Angeles
March through August is time for something uniquely southern California, the annual grunion run. Thousands of tiny, silver-colored fish spawn on the sand during the full moon (or the new one). See the schedule. At some Los Angeles beaches, "Grunion Greeters" are on hand to explain and help you get the most out of being there.
