March weather forecast
Sisters, OR

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Weather in March

March signals a turn in Oregon’s Sister's weather with the transition into spring. Subtle warming trends begin to elbow their way into the chilling residue of winter, raising the temperature to around 42.8°F (6°C). Weather patterns commence shifting their stance towards rainfall, nudging away the snow. Concurrently, the sun marks a progressively assertive presence. The tail-end of March sees increased daylight hours, promising the emergence of the much-anticipated spring aura.

Temperature

Sisters records a slight change with March's average high-temperatures adjusting to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C) from February's 38.8°F (3.8°C). During March, Sisters experiences an average low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) at night.

Humidity

In Sisters, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Sisters, in March, during 16.9 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sisters, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.1 days and collects up to 22.87" (581mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Sisters, in March, snow falls for 13.1 days, with typically accumulated 10.67" (271mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 70.7 snowfall days, and 60.04" (1525mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sisters, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:55 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:32 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 7.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

In March, in Sisters, the average high-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 16.9 days. Throughout March, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Sisters, in March, snow falls for 13.1 days, with typically accumulated 10.67" (271mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sisters 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 in Sisters, Oregon, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:55 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:32 pm PDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Sisters, 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 7.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Sisters is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Sisters, OR

Average temperature in March - Sisters, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Sisters, OR

Average pressure in March - Sisters, OR
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sisters, OR

Average wind speed in March - Sisters, OR
  • Average wind speed in March: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Sisters, OR

Average humidity in March - Sisters, OR
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (53%).

Average rainfall in March
Sisters, OR

Average rainfall in March - Sisters, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Sisters, OR

Average rainfall days in March - Sisters, OR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sisters, OR

Average snowfall in March - Sisters, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 10.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sisters, OR

Average snowfall days in March - Sisters, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sisters, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sisters, OR

Average sunshine days in March - Sisters, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Sisters, OR

Average UV index in March - Sisters, OR
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Sisters, OR

Average cloud cover in March - Sisters, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February, March and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in March
Sisters, OR

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

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

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