March weather forecast
Forest Grove, OR

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Weather in March

In Forest Grove, March opens the door to Spring, bringing a shift in weather patterns. The temperatures start to climb with highs reaching 50.5°F (10.3°C) and lows at 36.1°F (2.3°C). This month also boasts increased daylight hours, a welcome change for locals. Despite the rising temperatures and longer days, rainfall remains quite frequent, although snowfall is relatively rare. The weather in March is a harbinger of the warmth that April has in store.

Temperature

The shift into March uncovers an average high-temperature of a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C), subtly different from the previous month. Throughout March nights, Forest Grove registers an average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Forest Grove, Oregon, is 86%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 21.4 days. Throughout March, 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Forest Grove, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.5 days and collects up to 34.45" (875mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Forest Grove, Oregon. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.6 snowfall days, in March, Forest Grove aggregates 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Forest Grove, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.1 days and aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Forest Grove is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:00 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:39 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 March, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

In Forest Grove, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Forest Grove?

In Forest Grove, in March, the average high-temperature is 50.5°F (10.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Forest Grove?

In March, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in March in Forest Grove?

In March, in Forest Grove, Oregon, the rain falls for 21.4 days. Throughout March, 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Forest Grove?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Forest Grove. During 1.6 snowfall days, in March, Forest Grove aggregates 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Forest Grove have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Forest Grove?

On the first day of March in Forest Grove, Oregon, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:00 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:39 pm PDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Forest Grove?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Forest Grove have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Forest Grove, Oregon, is 4.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Forest Grove?

In Forest Grove, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Forest Grove, OR

Average temperature in March - Forest Grove, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (33.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Forest Grove, OR

Average pressure in March - Forest Grove, OR
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30.01"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Forest Grove, OR

Average wind speed in March - Forest Grove, OR
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (4.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Forest Grove, OR

Average humidity in March - Forest Grove, OR
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (69%).

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Average rainfall in March
Forest Grove, OR

Average rainfall in March - Forest Grove, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.9"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (5.47").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in March
Forest Grove, OR

Average rainfall days in March - Forest Grove, OR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 21.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Forest Grove, OR

Average snowfall in March - Forest Grove, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Forest Grove, OR

Average snowfall days in March - Forest Grove, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Forest Grove, OR

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Forest Grove, OR

Average sunshine days in March - Forest Grove, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Forest Grove, OR

Average UV index in March - Forest Grove, OR
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Forest Grove, OR

Average cloud cover in March - Forest Grove, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
Forest Grove, OR

Average visibility in March - Forest Grove, OR
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are July and August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (4mi).

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