March weather forecast
Mount Vernon, OR

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mount Vernon, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

Mount Vernon's transition into March is noticed by a slight rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from 36.3°F (2.4°C) in February to a still wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C). During March, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127.7 rainfall days, and 17.09" (434mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mount Vernon are January through May, September through December. In Mount Vernon, during March, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.83" (148mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 62.5 snowfall days, and 39.17" (995mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mount Vernon, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Mount Vernon, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:45 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:23 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 7.4h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature during March is 42.6°F (5.9°C) and the low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Mount Vernon, in March, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Mount Vernon, in March, during 9.6 snowfall days, 5.83" (148mm) 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.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Mount Vernon, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:45 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:23 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 7.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Mount Vernon, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Mount Vernon, OR

Average temperature in March - Mount Vernon, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Mount Vernon, OR

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mount Vernon, OR

Average wind speed in March - Mount Vernon, OR
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Mount Vernon, OR

Average humidity in March - Mount Vernon, OR
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

Average rainfall in March
Mount Vernon, OR

Average rainfall in March - Mount Vernon, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Mount Vernon, OR

Average rainfall days in March - Mount Vernon, OR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mount Vernon, OR

Average snowfall in March - Mount Vernon, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mount Vernon, OR

Average snowfall days in March - Mount Vernon, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mount Vernon, OR

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Mount Vernon, OR

Average sunshine days in March - Mount Vernon, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in March
Mount Vernon, OR

Average UV index in March - Mount Vernon, 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, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Mount Vernon, OR

Average cloud cover in March - Mount Vernon, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in March
Mount Vernon, OR

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

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

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