March weather forecast
Portland, MO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Portland, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 54°F (12.2°C).

Temperature

With the transition into March, Portland experiences an increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a cold 41.2°F (5.1°C) in February to a cool 54°F (12.2°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a cold 36.9°F (2.7°C) throughout March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, in Portland, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Portland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.9 days and collects up to 28.19" (716mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Portland. In March, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 17.9 snowfall days, and 8.78" (223mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In Portland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Portland?

The high-temperature, in March, in Portland, records 54°F (12.2°C), while the low-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Portland?

The average relative humidity in March in Portland is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Portland?

In Portland, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Portland in March?

In Portland, Missouri, during March, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Portland have in March?

In Portland, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Portland?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Portland, Missouri, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.

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, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Portland have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Portland?

In Portland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Portland, MO

Average temperature in March - Portland, MO
  • Average high temperature in March: 54°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

Average pressure in March
Portland, MO

Average pressure in March - Portland, MO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Portland, MO

Average wind speed in March - Portland, MO
  • Average wind speed in March: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Portland, MO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Portland, MO

Average rainfall in March - Portland, MO
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

Average rainfall days in March
Portland, MO

Average rainfall days in March - Portland, MO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Portland, MO

Average snowfall in March - Portland, MO
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Portland, MO

Average snowfall days in March - Portland, MO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 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, MO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Portland, MO

Average sunshine days in March - Portland, MO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Portland, MO

Average UV index in March - Portland, MO
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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, MO

Average cloud cover in March - Portland, MO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Portland, MO

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

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

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