March weather forecast
North Plains, OR

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in North Plains, Oregon, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March denotes a barely perceptible change in the average high-temperatures to a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) from February's 47.3°F (8.5°C). During March, North Plains experiences an average low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 20.8 days. Throughout March, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In North Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173 days and collects up to 29.49" (749mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.6 snowfall days, in March, North Plains aggregates 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In North Plains, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.6 days and aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:59 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:39 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 5.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following advice:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for North Plains in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in North Plains, is 52.2°F (11.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 37.8°F (3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In North Plains, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How much does it rain in March?

In North Plains, Oregon, during March, the rain falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.6 snowfall days, in March, North Plains aggregates 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In North Plains, 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 6:48 am and sunset at 5:59 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:39 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 North Plains have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

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 moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
North Plains, OR

Average temperature in March - North Plains, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34°F).

Average pressure in March
North Plains, OR

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
North Plains, OR

Average wind speed in March - North Plains, OR
  • Average wind speed in March: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June, August and September (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
North Plains, OR

Average humidity in March - North Plains, OR
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, November and December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (64%).

Average rainfall in March
North Plains, OR

Average rainfall in March - North Plains, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.31").

Average rainfall days in March
North Plains, OR

Average rainfall days in March - North Plains, OR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
North Plains, OR

Average snowfall in March - North Plains, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
North Plains, OR

Average snowfall days in March - North Plains, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
North Plains, OR

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - North Plains, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
North Plains, OR

Average sunshine days in March - North Plains, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.5 days).

Average UV index in March
North Plains, OR

Average UV index in March - North Plains, OR
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
North Plains, OR

Average cloud cover in March - North Plains, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
North Plains, OR

Average visibility in March - North Plains, OR
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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