March weather forecast
Elgin, OR

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Elgin, Oregon, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

As Elgin welcomes March, the average high-temperature sees a modest rise, transitioning from a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C) in February to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). Elgin reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) in March.

Humidity

In Elgin, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Elgin, in March, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elgin, Oregon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.5 days and collects up to 20.94" (532mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Elgin, during March, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.01" (178mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 68.6 snowfall days, and 52.4" (1331mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:39 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:19 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 6.9h.

UV index

In Elgin, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and a low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Elgin?

In Elgin, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Elgin, in March, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Elgin, Oregon, during March, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.01" (178mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:39 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:19 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Elgin, OR

Average temperature in March - Elgin, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21°F).

Average pressure in March
Elgin, OR

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Elgin, OR

Average wind speed in March - Elgin, OR
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Elgin, OR

Average humidity in March - Elgin, OR
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in March
Elgin, OR

Average rainfall in March - Elgin, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Elgin, OR

Average rainfall days in March - Elgin, OR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Elgin, OR

Average snowfall in March - Elgin, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Elgin, OR

Average snowfall days in March - Elgin, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elgin, 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: 6h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Elgin, OR

Average sunshine days in March - Elgin, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Elgin, OR

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Elgin, OR

Average cloud cover in March - Elgin, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in March
Elgin, OR

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

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

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