March weather forecast
Dufur, OR

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A clear, tarmacked, snaky road near Dufur in Oregon, with a view of a lone wooden shed and a far view of a snow-peaked mountain
A clear, tarmacked, snaky road near Dufur in Oregon, with a view of a lone wooden shed and a far view of a snow-peaked mountain

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Dufur, Oregon, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.3°F (8.5°C) and min 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C) to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Dufur, in March, during 16.3 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133.5 rainfall days, and 16.93" (430mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.6 snowfall days, in March, Dufur aggregates 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.3 snowfall days, and 11.06" (281mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dufur, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:52 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:32 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 Dufur, the average sunshine in March is 7.1h.

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 ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 47.3°F (8.5°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Dufur?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout March, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.6 snowfall days, in March, Dufur aggregates 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dufur have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Dufur?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:52 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:32 pm PDT.

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

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 March, the average sunshine duration is 7.1h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Dufur, OR

Average temperature in March - Dufur, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Dufur, OR

Average pressure in March - Dufur, OR
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Dufur, OR

Average wind speed in March - Dufur, OR
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Dufur, OR

Average humidity in March - Dufur, OR
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (51%).

Average rainfall in March
Dufur, OR

Average rainfall in March - Dufur, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.16").

Average rainfall days in March
Dufur, OR

Average rainfall days in March - Dufur, OR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dufur, OR

Average snowfall in March - Dufur, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dufur, OR

Average snowfall days in March - Dufur, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dufur, 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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dufur, OR

Average sunshine days in March - Dufur, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Dufur, OR

Average UV index in March - Dufur, 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
Dufur, OR

Average cloud cover in March - Dufur, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in March
Dufur, OR

Average visibility in March - Dufur, OR
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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