Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The unfolding of March shows an average high-temperature of a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C), indicating a slight variance from February's 47.5°F (8.6°C). In Portland, the March nights cool down to an average low of 38.1°F (3.4°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In Portland, in March, during 20.4 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Portland, Oregon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.1 days and collects up to 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Portland is March, when snow falls for 1.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:38 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 Portland, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.UV index
In Portland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Portland in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Portland?
How many days does it rain in March in Portland?
What is the snowiest month in Portland?
What is the last month it snows in Portland?
How many hours of daylight does Portland have in March?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Portland?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Portland?
How long on average sun shines in March in Portland?
What is the UV index reading in March in Portland?
Average temperature in March
Portland, OR
- Average high temperature in March: 52.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 38.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Portland, OR
- Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (30"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Portland, OR
- Average wind speed in March: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in March
Portland, OR
- Average humidity in March: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).
Average rainfall in March
Portland, OR
- Average rainfall in March: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").
Average rainfall days in March
Portland, OR
- Average rainfall days in March: 20.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (4.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Portland, OR
- Average snowfall in March: 1.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Portland, OR
- Average snowfall days in March: 1.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Portland, 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: 5h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Portland, OR
- Average sunshine days in March: 8.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Portland, OR
- Average UV index in March: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Portland, OR
- Average cloud cover in March: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in March
Portland, OR
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (5mi).
Portland, Oregon, USA
Weather forecast for your location
2. Allow the app to use your location
