March weather forecast
Joseph, OR

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a cold month in Joseph, Oregon, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and max 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's cold 33.6°F (0.9°C) to a still wintry 39.9°F (4.4°C). During the nights in March, Joseph experiences a consistent average temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Joseph, in March, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Joseph, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136 days and collects up to 24.45" (621mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Joseph, in March, during 15 snowfall days, 11.42" (290mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Joseph, during the entire year, snow falls for 89.9 days and aggregates up to 68.82" (1748mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:36 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:16 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 Joseph, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

Joseph in March has an average high-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Joseph, in March, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Joseph, Oregon, in March, snow falls for 15 days, with typically accumulated 11.42" (290mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Joseph have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 5:36 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:16 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 many hours of sunshine does Joseph have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Joseph, OR

Average temperature in March - Joseph, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Joseph, OR

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Joseph, OR

Average wind speed in March - Joseph, OR
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Joseph, OR

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

Average rainfall in March
Joseph, OR

Average rainfall in March - Joseph, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.83").

Average rainfall days in March
Joseph, OR

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Joseph, OR

Average snowfall in March - Joseph, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 11.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15.98").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Joseph, OR

Average snowfall days in March - Joseph, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 15 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Joseph, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Joseph, OR

Average sunshine days in March - Joseph, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8 days).

Average UV index in March
Joseph, OR

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Joseph, OR

Average cloud cover in March - Joseph, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in March
Joseph, OR

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

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

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