March brings a gentle warm-up, with mornings at 11°C (52°F) and sunsets after 7:10 PM. The LA Marathon energizes the city, cherry blossoms bloom at Lake Balboa, and the Oscars may fall in early March. Daylight saving time adds longer evenings. Wildflowers color the hills after wet winters. It’s a prime month for hiking, outdoor festivals, and exploring farmers’ markets. Crowds are moderate, and hotel prices are reasonable. Occasional rain is possible, but most days are sunny and fresh. LA feels open and full of possibility, with spring flavors and events everywhere.
Pro tips for visiting Los Angeles in March
• Book LA Marathon hotels and race entries early—rooms along the route fill up months in advance. • Head to Lake Balboa or Little Tokyo for cherry blossom festivals—go early for parking and the best blooms. • Reserve tickets for the Oscars if visiting during awards week—Hollywood Boulevard is closed and crowded. • Choose Griffith Park or Santa Monica Mountains for wildflower hikes—March is peak bloom after rainy winters. • Go early to farmers’ markets for the freshest strawberries and spring produce—March marks the start of berry season. • Avoid driving on marathon day—major streets are closed and traffic is rerouted across the city. • Reserve Dodgers opening day tickets in advance—baseball season brings high demand for games and stadium tours. • Check for daylight saving time changes—clocks move forward, shifting sunrise and sunset times.
What to eat in Los Angeles in March: Seasonal delicacies
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California Strawberries (spring market fruit)
Local strawberries start peaking in March, buy at farmers’ markets early, eat plain, add to hotel breakfast.
