March weather forecast
Mount Hood, OR

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mount Hood, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

March's presence marks an average high-temperature of a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C), subtly varied from February's 39°F (3.9°C). Mount Hood experiences an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In Mount Hood, in March, during 20 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.7 rainfall days, and 31.42" (798mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.8 snowfall days, in March, Mount Hood aggregates 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Mount Hood, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.1 days and aggregates up to 14.33" (364mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Mount Hood, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:54 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Mount Hood, Oregon, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Mount Hood, in March, it is raining for 20 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.8 snowfall days, in March, Mount Hood aggregates 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Mount Hood?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:54 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Mount Hood have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in March
Mount Hood, OR

Average temperature in March - Mount Hood, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°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 (27°F).

Average pressure in March
Mount Hood, OR

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mount Hood, OR

Average wind speed in March - Mount Hood, OR
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Mount Hood, OR

Average humidity in March - Mount Hood, OR
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (59%).

Average rainfall in March
Mount Hood, OR

Average rainfall in March - Mount Hood, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (5.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Mount Hood, OR

Average rainfall days in March - Mount Hood, OR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 20 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mount Hood, OR

Average snowfall in March - Mount Hood, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mount Hood, OR

Average snowfall days in March - Mount Hood, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.1 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
Mount Hood, OR

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mount Hood, 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: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mount Hood, OR

Average sunshine days in March - Mount Hood, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Mount Hood, OR

Average UV index in March - Mount Hood, 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, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Mount Hood, OR

Average cloud cover in March - Mount Hood, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in March
Mount Hood, OR

Average visibility in March - Mount Hood, OR
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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