Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for March
| Metric | Las Vegas | Los Angeles | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 21°C (70°F) | 21°C (70°F) | Tie |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 9°C (48°F) | 9°C (48°F) | Tie |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 3 days▲ | 5 days | Las Vegas |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 17 mm▲ | 56 mm | Las Vegas |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 11h/day | 11h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65%▲ | 70% | Las Vegas |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 17 km/h | 15 km/h▲ | Los Angeles |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Las Vegas edges ahead as the better destination in March. Las Vegas offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 3 rain days, while Los Angeles sees 11 sunshine hours and 5 rain days.
Las Vegas sits in the comfortable travel range at 21°C. Los Angeles is also comfortable at 21°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Las Vegas is the stronger choice in March.
Las Vegas reaches an average high of 21°C (70°F) and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.
Los Angeles averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 9°C (48°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in March.
Las Vegas receives approximately 17 mm of rainfall across 3 rain days during March. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Los Angeles sees 56 mm over 5 rain days. That makes Las Vegas the drier option by 2 rain days and 39 mm of total precipitation.
Humidity also differs: Las Vegas averages 65% while Los Angeles sits at 70%. Los Angeles will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.
Highs of 21°C, lows of 9°C, 3 rain days
Highs of 21°C, lows of 9°C, 5 rain days
Pack for both: light layers, a light jacket for evenings, sunscreen. These items are useful in either destination during March.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. March is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Las Vegas | Los Angeles | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 14°C | 4d | 19°C | 5d |
| Feb | 17°C | 5d | 20°C | 6d |
| Mar | 21°C | 3d | 21°C | 5d |
| Apr | 26°C | 2d | 24°C | 3d |
| May | 31°C | 1d | 25°C | 2d |
| Jun | 37°C | 1d | 28°C | 0d |
| Jul | 39°C | 2d | 31°C | 0d |
| Aug | 38°C | 2d | 32°C | 0d |
| Sep | 34°C | 1d | 31°C | 1d |
| Oct | 27°C | 2d | 28°C | 2d |
| Nov | 19°C | 2d | 23°C | 2d |
| Dec | 13°C | 3d | 19°C | 5d |
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