March weather forecast
Portland, IN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Portland, Indiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

March brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from February's wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C) to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C). Portland experiences a consistent average temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Portland, in March, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Portland, there are 108.6 rainfall days, and 8.74" (222mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Portland. In March, in Portland, it is snowing for 4.4 days. Throughout March, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated. In Portland, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.7 days and aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Portland, Indiana, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 8:03 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

In Portland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Portland in March?

During March, Portland experiences an average high-temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C) and a low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Portland?

In Portland, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in Portland in March?

In March, in Portland, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Portland?

In Portland, Indiana, during March, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Portland?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Portland?

On the first day of March in Portland, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 8:03 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Portland, Indiana, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Portland have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Portland, Indiana, is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Portland?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Portland is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Portland, IN

Average temperature in March - Portland, IN
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Portland, IN

Average pressure in March - Portland, IN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Portland, IN

Average wind speed in March - Portland, IN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Portland, IN

Average humidity in March - Portland, IN
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Portland, IN

Average rainfall in March - Portland, IN
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Portland, IN

Average rainfall days in March - Portland, IN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Portland, IN

Average snowfall in March - Portland, IN
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Portland, IN

Average snowfall days in March - Portland, IN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Portland, IN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Portland, IN
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Portland, IN

Average sunshine days in March - Portland, IN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Portland, IN

Average UV index in March - Portland, IN
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Portland, IN

Average cloud cover in March - Portland, IN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Portland, IN

Average visibility in March - Portland, IN
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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