March weather forecast
Portland, TN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Portland, Tennessee, with an average temperature ranging between min 40.3°F (4.6°C) and max 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Temperature

Portland's transition into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a frosty 48.2°F (9°C) in February to a refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C). The nights of March anticipate an average low-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Humidity

March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months in Portland, Tennessee.

Rainfall

In Portland, in March, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Portland, there are 177.4 rainfall days, and 44.61" (1133mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated. In Portland, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.7 days and aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Portland is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:07 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Portland is 5.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Portland, Tennessee, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Portland?

In March, in Portland, the average high-temperature is 57.4°F (14.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.3°F (4.6°C).

What is the most humid month in Portland?

The months with the highest humidity in Portland are March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in March in Portland?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in Portland in March?

In Portland, Tennessee, in March, during 15.8 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Portland in March?

In Portland, Tennessee, during March, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Portland have in March?

In Portland, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Portland?

On the first day of March in Portland, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:07 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Portland, Tennessee, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Portland?

The average sunshine duration in March in Portland is 5.3h.

How high is the UV index in March in Portland?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Portland, TN

Average temperature in March - Portland, TN
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Portland, TN

Average pressure in March - Portland, TN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Portland, TN

Average wind speed in March - Portland, TN
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Portland, TN

Average humidity in March - Portland, TN
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March, May and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Portland, TN

Average rainfall in March - Portland, TN
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.56").

Average rainfall days in March
Portland, TN

Average rainfall days in March - Portland, TN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Portland, TN

Average snowfall in March - Portland, TN
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Portland, TN

Average snowfall days in March - Portland, TN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Portland, TN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Portland, TN
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Portland, TN

Average sunshine days in March - Portland, TN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Portland, TN

Average UV index in March - Portland, TN
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Portland, TN

Average cloud cover in March - Portland, TN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Portland, TN

Average visibility in March - Portland, TN
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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