March weather forecast
Grand Rapids, OR

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Grand Rapids, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Temperature

The start of March marks an average high-temperature of a still frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in February. Throughout March, Grand Rapids anticipates an average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, in Grand Rapids, Oregon, the rain falls for 21.7 days. Throughout March, 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Grand Rapids, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.4 days and collects up to 36.61" (930mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Grand Rapids, during March, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow. In Grand Rapids, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.8 days and aggregates up to 10.24" (260mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Grand Rapids, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:01 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Grand Rapids, Oregon, the average sunshine in March is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Grand Rapids, is 49.8°F (9.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 87%.

How much does it rain in Grand Rapids in March?

In March, the rain falls for 21.7 days. Throughout March, 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Grand Rapids, in March, during 2.5 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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 6:50 am and sunset at 6:01 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Grand Rapids, 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Grand Rapids?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Grand Rapids, OR

Average temperature in March - Grand Rapids, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (32.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Grand Rapids, OR

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30.02"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Grand Rapids, OR

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and November (4.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Grand Rapids, OR

Average humidity in March - Grand Rapids, OR
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Grand Rapids, OR

Average rainfall in March - Grand Rapids, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 4.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (5.79").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Grand Rapids, OR

Average rainfall days in March - Grand Rapids, OR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 21.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Grand Rapids, OR

Average snowfall in March - Grand Rapids, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Grand Rapids, OR

Average snowfall days in March - Grand Rapids, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 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
Grand Rapids, OR

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Grand Rapids, OR

Average sunshine days in March - Grand Rapids, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and March (7.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Grand Rapids, OR

Average UV index in March - Grand Rapids, OR
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Grand Rapids, OR

Average cloud cover in March - Grand Rapids, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 67

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Grand Rapids, OR

Average visibility in March - Grand Rapids, OR
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

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

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