March weather forecast
Hermiston, OR

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Weather in March

March brings the onset of the spring season in Hermiston, Oregon. Shaking off the biting cold of winter, the weather warms considerably with a decrease in snowfall quantities. Daylight hours extend, and sunshine permeates the skies more frequently, signaling the retreat of the winter chill. The most noteworthy aspect of this transitional month's weather is the relatively high rainfall incidence, representing a significant increase from February to 1.06" (27mm). March retains some lingering cold from the winter season, holding a final farewell before embracing the full bloom of spring.

Temperature

As Hermiston enters March, the average high-temperature marginally increases from the a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) of February to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). Hermiston experiences an average nighttime temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 65%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are March and December, with an average 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, September, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.2 snowfall days, in March, Hermiston aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12 snowfall days, and 6.06" (154mm) 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 6:34 am and sunset at 5:44 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:24 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 7.6h.

UV index

In Hermiston, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Hermiston, is 53.2°F (11.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 65%.

What is the rainiest month?

The months with the most rainfall are March and December, with an average 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in March?

In Hermiston, in March, during 14.5 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.2 snowfall days, in March, Hermiston aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

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?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:44 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:24 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 7.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Hermiston, OR

Average temperature in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (28.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Hermiston, OR

Average pressure in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Hermiston, OR

Average wind speed in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Hermiston, OR

Average humidity in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average humidity in March: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (36%).

Average rainfall in March
Hermiston, OR

Average rainfall in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and December (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.16").

Average rainfall days in March
Hermiston, OR

Average rainfall days in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hermiston, OR

Average snowfall in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hermiston, OR

Average snowfall days in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hermiston, 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: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hermiston, OR

Average sunshine days in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Hermiston, OR

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Hermiston, OR

Average cloud cover in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in March
Hermiston, OR

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

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

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