Early spring · Weather & things to do
Pasadena in March
Pasadena warms up: highs climb to 68°F (20°C), from 65°F in February, with lows of 49°F (9°C) and about 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain.
March opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 96/100 (6th of 12).
- Avg high
- 68°F (20°C)
- Avg low
- 49°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 1.7 in (42 mm)
- Humidity
- 64%
- Cloud cover
- 40%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 45 min
- Comfort score
- 96/100 · Great
What March feels like
Days are mild at around 68°F (20°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 49°F (9°C).
About 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's March.
Plan around March
March is one of Pasadena's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: March – June and October & November.
- Comfort improves from 92/100 in February to 96/100.
- Our Los Angeles 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 49°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Pasadena in March
March is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Colorado Street Bridge
Curved 1913 concrete arch bridge over the Arroyo Seco, with a walking path along the stream bed below.
Why now March scores 96/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
The Raymond 1886
Seasonal American cooking in the former caretaker's cottage of the vanished Raymond Hotel, with a garden patio.
Why now Highs near 68°F and 1.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Pasadena City Hall
Domed 1927 Spanish Revival city hall with a fountain courtyard open to visitors.
Floatfest
The parked floats, close enough to see the seeds, petals and bark they are covered in, on Sierra Madre Boulevard.
Pie 'n Burger
Counter diner near Caltech since 1963, known for griddled burgers, pancakes and fruit pies by the slice.
Nearby in March
- Los Angeles in March~9 mi · highs 70°F, 1.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Hollywood in March~11 mi · highs 70°F, 1.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Santa Barbara in March~91 mi · highs 65°F, 2.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Palm Springs in March~94 mi · highs 78°F, 0.4 in rain · 5°C (9°F) warmer by day, drier
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.
Pasadena in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Pasadena?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 96/100. Expect highs of 68°F (20°C) and 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain.
How hot is Pasadena in March?
Average highs are 68°F (20°C) and average lows 49°F (9°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Pasadena in March?
Not much: about 1.7 in (42 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 13.1 in (332 mm).
What should I pack for Pasadena in March?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 49°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Pasadena in March?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.