Early spring · Weather & things to do
La Jolla in March
Little changes in La Jolla from February: highs stay near 64°F (18°C), lows near 55°F (13°C), and about 1.3 in (33 mm) of rain falls.
March opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 89/100 (5th of 12).
- Avg high
- 64°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 55°F (13°C)
- Rain
- 1.3 in (33 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 60%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 45 min
- Comfort score
- 89/100 · Great
What March feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 64°F (18°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 55°F (13°C).
Rain is moderate at about 1.3 in (33 mm) for the month.
Plan around March
March is one of La Jolla's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: January, March & April and September – November.
- Comfort improves from 85/100 in February to 89/100.
- Our San Diego New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — March falls outside it.
What to pack for March
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 55°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in La Jolla in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Children's Pool
A 1931 seawall beach now used by harbor seals, which haul out on the sand in large numbers in winter.
Why now March scores 89/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
La Jolla Shores
A mile of flat, wide sand north of the village, the calmest beach in La Jolla for a walk or a swim.
Why now Highs near 64°F and 1.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
The Cottage
Breakfast and brunch spot in a small cottage with a patio in the village, open for more than thirty years.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
George's at the Cove
Long-running restaurant above the Cove with three levels, including the open-air Ocean Terrace.
Nearby in March
- Downtown San Diego & Gaslamp Quarter in March~11 mi · highs 71°F, 1.1 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Palm Springs in March~80 mi · highs 78°F, 0.4 in rain · 8°C (14°F) warmer by day, drier
- Los Angeles in March~101 mi · highs 70°F, 1.7 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Pasadena in March~103 mi · highs 68°F, 1.7 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
La Jolla in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit La Jolla?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 89/100. Expect highs of 64°F (18°C) and 1.3 in (33 mm) of rain.
How cold is La Jolla in March?
Average highs are 64°F (18°C) and average lows 55°F (13°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in La Jolla in March?
Not much: about 1.3 in (33 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 12.4 in (315 mm).
What should I pack for La Jolla in March?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 55°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning La Jolla in March?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.