March weather forecast
Corvallis, OR

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A large river with two bridges across it in the city of Corvalis, Oregon, home to the famed Oregon State University
A large river with two bridges across it in the city of Corvalis, Oregon, home to the famed Oregon State University

Weather in March

As Corvallis, Oregon transitions into spring in March, a gradually warming trend penetrates the persistently cooler winter temperatures. Along with the increasing temperatures, the city witnesses lengthened daylight hours, and shorter nights. However, the rainy season persists, with relative humidity remaining fairly high. The temperature is observed peaking at 51.8°F (11°C), indicating a shift in the season. During this period, cloud cover decreases modestly, offering residents glimpses of clear skies.

Temperature

On the advent of March, Corvallis's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a cool 51.8°F (11°C) from February's 48.2°F (9°C). The average temperature during March nights in Corvallis is registered at a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 20.9 days. Throughout March, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 30.28" (769mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in March, Corvallis aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Corvallis, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.6 days and aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Corvallis, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:01 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Corvallis in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Corvallis, is 51.8°F (11°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Corvallis is 87%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 20.9 days. Throughout March, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in March, Corvallis aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Corvallis have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:01 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:39 pm PDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March?

In Corvallis, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in March
Corvallis, OR

Average temperature in March - Corvallis, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Corvallis, OR

Average pressure in March - Corvallis, OR
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Corvallis, OR

Average wind speed in March - Corvallis, 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 September (3.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Corvallis, OR

Average humidity in March - Corvallis, OR
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Corvallis, OR

Average rainfall in March - Corvallis, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Corvallis, OR

Average rainfall days in March - Corvallis, OR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Corvallis, OR

Average snowfall in March - Corvallis, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Corvallis, OR

Average snowfall days in March - Corvallis, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Corvallis, OR

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Corvallis, OR

Average sunshine days in March - Corvallis, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Corvallis, OR

Average UV index in March - Corvallis, OR
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Corvallis, OR

Average cloud cover in March - Corvallis, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Corvallis, OR

Average visibility in March - Corvallis, OR
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (4mi).

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