March weather forecast
Newport, OR

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Light waves wash to the pebbly and stony shores overlooking the high rock cliffs holding the iconic Yaquina Head Lighthouse in Newport, Oregon
Light waves wash to the pebbly and stony shores overlooking the high rock cliffs holding the iconic Yaquina Head Lighthouse in Newport, Oregon

Weather in March

As springtime arrives in March, the weather in Newport, Oregon undergoes a subtle yet noticeable transition. Despite temperatures remaining mostly stable, the lengthening daylight hours signal the impending warmth. Plentiful rainfall with the frequency increasing to 18.2 days makes March the month with one of the maximum rainy days. While breezy conditions persist, they stay far from being disruptive. The month is a mesh of bearable cold and extended daylight, culminating in a comfortable atmospheric blend.

Temperature

As Newport, Oregon, transitions into March, the average high-temperature stands at a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C), offering little variation from the preceding month. Newport logs an average low-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) during the nights of March, subtly lower than its daytime highs.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, March, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 18.2 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 139.5 rainfall days, and 18.66" (474mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through October and December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Newport, the average seawater temperature in March is 49.6°F (9.8°C).
Note: Diving into 49.6°F (9.8°C) is practical below 50°F (10°C), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 55.4°F (13°C) feels ice-cold.

Daylight

In Newport, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:04 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:43 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

The average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

During March, Newport experiences an average high-temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C) and a low-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C).

What are the most humid months?

February, March, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months in Newport.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Newport, during March, the rain falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Newport, snow does not fall in March through October and December.

Does it snow in March?

In March, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the water temperature in March?

In March, the average ocean temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C). Swimming in 49.6°F (9.8°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Newport have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:04 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:43 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 Newport have in March?

In Newport, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Newport, OR

Average temperature in March - Newport, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (67.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (40.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Newport, OR

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (30.02"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Newport, OR

Average wind speed in March - Newport, OR
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Newport, OR

Average humidity in March - Newport, OR
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, November and December (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, July, September and October (81%).

Average rainfall in March
Newport, OR

Average rainfall in March - Newport, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.16").

Average rainfall days in March
Newport, OR

Average rainfall days in March - Newport, OR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Newport, OR

Average snowfall in March - Newport, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Newport, OR

Average snowfall days in March - Newport, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Newport, OR

Average sea temperature in March - Newport, OR
  • Average sea temperature in March: 49.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (49.4°F).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Newport, OR

Average sunshine days in March - Newport, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Newport, OR

Average UV index in March - Newport, 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 February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Newport, OR

Average cloud cover in March - Newport, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Newport, OR

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (5mi).

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