March weather forecast
Sandy, OR

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sandy, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

The advent of March brings an average high-temperature of a still chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C), almost identical to the preceding month. During the March nights, an average temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C) is observed in Sandy.

Humidity

In Sandy, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In Sandy, during March, the rain falls for 19.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 172.1 rainfall days, and 37.95" (964mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Sandy, in March, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow. In Sandy, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.3 days and aggregates up to 19.49" (495mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:36 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 5.4h.

UV index

In Sandy, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Sandy, is 48.6°F (9.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Sandy?

In Sandy, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 19.4 days. Throughout March, 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Sandy, in March, during 4.5 snowfall days, 3.39" (86mm) 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.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:36 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sandy, OR

Average temperature in March - Sandy, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (32°F).

Average pressure in March
Sandy, OR

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sandy, OR

Average wind speed in March - Sandy, OR
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Sandy, OR

Average humidity in March - Sandy, OR
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (66%).

Average rainfall in March
Sandy, OR

Average rainfall in March - Sandy, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 4.21"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (5.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").

Average rainfall days in March
Sandy, OR

Average rainfall days in March - Sandy, OR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 19.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sandy, OR

Average snowfall in March - Sandy, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sandy, OR

Average snowfall days in March - Sandy, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sandy, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sandy, OR

Average sunshine days in March - Sandy, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Sandy, OR

Average UV index in March - Sandy, OR
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Sandy, OR

Average cloud cover in March - Sandy, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in March
Sandy, OR

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

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

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