March weather forecast
Cannon Beach, OR

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Weather in March

March spearheads the transition from winter to spring in Cannon Beach. Though cold temperatures maintain their grip, rainfall sees a further reduction. The weather continues its drying trend marked by diminishing precipitation from February's totals. With an increase in daylight hours, more sunshine offers a welcome reprieve after the long, rainy winter. March is characterized by wind speeds that can occasionally gust up to 15.8mph (25.4km/h).

Temperature

In March, Cannon Beach experiences a minor shift in meteorological conditions with average high-temperatures marked at a still chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C), closely mirroring the climate in February. In Cannon Beach, March's low temperatures hover around an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C), reflecting a minor decrease from the daytime highs.

Humidity

January, March through May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Cannon Beach, in March, during 20.8 rainfall days, 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 185.6 rainfall days, and 39.8" (1011mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Cannon Beach. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Cannon Beach aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.8 snowfall days, and 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In March, the average ocean temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C).
Note: Staying in 48.7°F (9.3°C) waters for just a few moments at 55.4°F (13°C) can be harrowing, and below 50°F (10°C) poses breathing and cold shock risks, depending on individual tolerance.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:03 pm PST. On the last day of March, in Cannon Beach, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:43 pm PDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from PDT to PST.

Sunshine

In Cannon Beach, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Cannon Beach is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Cannon Beach in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Cannon Beach, is 49.6°F (9.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What is the least humid month in Cannon Beach?

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March through May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in March in Cannon Beach?

The average relative humidity in March in Cannon Beach is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March in Cannon Beach?

In Cannon Beach, in March, it is raining for 20.8 days, with typically 4.06" (103mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Cannon Beach?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Cannon Beach. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Cannon Beach aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in March in Cannon Beach?

In Cannon Beach, Oregon, the average seawater temperature in March is 48.7°F (9.3°C). Swimming in 48.7°F (9.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Cannon Beach have in March?

In Cannon Beach, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Cannon Beach?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:03 pm PST. On the last day of the month, in Cannon Beach, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:43 pm PDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Cannon Beach?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Cannon Beach, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Cannon Beach?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Cannon Beach?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Cannon Beach is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Cannon Beach, OR

Average temperature in March - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (65.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (46.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (40.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Cannon Beach, OR

Average pressure in March - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.08"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March and September (30.02"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Cannon Beach, OR

Average wind speed in March - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Cannon Beach, OR

Average humidity in March - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April, May, October and December (81%).

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Average rainfall in March
Cannon Beach, OR

Average rainfall in March - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 4.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (6.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in March
Cannon Beach, OR

Average rainfall days in March - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Cannon Beach, OR

Average snowfall in March - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Cannon Beach, OR

Average snowfall days in March - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Cannon Beach, OR

Average sea temperature in March - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average sea temperature in March: 48.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (48.1°F).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cannon Beach, OR

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Cannon Beach, OR

Average sunshine days in March - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Cannon Beach, OR

Average UV index in March - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Cannon Beach, OR

Average cloud cover in March - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in March
Cannon Beach, OR

Average visibility in March - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).

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