March weather forecast
Ashland, OR

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The fall foliage beauty over the city of Ashland in Oregon
The fall foliage beauty over the city of Ashland in Oregon

Weather in March

By March, the Ashland weather begins to exhibit signs of spring. The temperature climbs higher, with average highs reaching 49.1°F (9.5°C) and lows at 31.3°F (-0.4°C). Even though the average rainfall decreases slightly to 2.83" (72mm), it is still a wet period. March stands out gladly due to an additional 1.4 hours of daylight compared to February, summing up to about 12 daylight hours. The overall weather in March tends to be more inconsistent, with a mixture of winter's remnants and early spring.

Temperature

At the start of March, Ashland's average high-temperature reaches a still chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C), subtly different from the preceding month. March nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ashland, in March, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 134.5 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 30.6 snowfall days, and 24.72" (628mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:01 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:36 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 7.2h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Ashland in March?

In Ashland, 49.1°F (9.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.3°F (-0.4°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Ashland is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March in Ashland?

In Ashland, in March, during 18.3 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Ashland, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:01 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:36 pm PDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Ashland, 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 Ashland have in March?

In Ashland, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Ashland?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Ashland is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Ashland, OR

Average temperature in March - Ashland, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.3°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (28°F).

Average pressure in March
Ashland, OR

Average pressure in March - Ashland, OR
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ashland, OR

Average wind speed in March - Ashland, OR
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Ashland, OR

Average humidity in March - Ashland, OR
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in March
Ashland, OR

Average rainfall in March - Ashland, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Ashland, OR

Average rainfall days in March - Ashland, OR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ashland, OR

Average snowfall in March - Ashland, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ashland, OR

Average snowfall days in March - Ashland, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ashland, OR

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ashland, OR

Average sunshine days in March - Ashland, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (9.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Ashland, OR

Average UV index in March - Ashland, OR
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Ashland, OR

Average cloud cover in March - Ashland, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in March
Ashland, OR

Average visibility in March - Ashland, OR
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is December (4mi).

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