March weather forecast
Portage, UT

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a cold month in Portage, Utah, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a change in Portage's weather, with average high-temperatures moving from February's wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C) to a still icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). In Portage, March nights witness a steady temperature drop to a freezing cold 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Portage, in March, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.3 rainfall days, and 16.42" (417mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Portage are January through May, September through December. In March, in Portage, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout March, 5" (127mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 68.7 snowfall days, and 48.82" (1240mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Portage, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:19 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:53 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 7.3h.

UV index

In Portage, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold?

In Portage, 41.9°F (5.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 27°F (-2.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Portage, during March, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout March, 5" (127mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:19 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:53 pm MDT.

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 MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Portage have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Portage, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Portage, UT

Average temperature in March - Portage, UT
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Portage, UT

Average pressure in March - Portage, UT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.3"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Portage, UT

Average wind speed in March - Portage, UT
  • Average wind speed in March: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Portage, UT

Average humidity in March - Portage, UT
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (35%).

Average rainfall in March
Portage, UT

Average rainfall in March - Portage, UT
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Portage, UT

Average rainfall days in March - Portage, UT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Portage, UT

Average snowfall in March - Portage, UT
  • Average snowfall in March: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (13.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Portage, UT

Average snowfall days in March - Portage, UT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Portage, UT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Portage, UT
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Portage, UT

Average sunshine days in March - Portage, UT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Portage, UT

Average UV index in March - Portage, UT
  • 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 January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Portage, UT

Average cloud cover in March - Portage, UT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in March
Portage, UT

Average visibility in March - Portage, UT
  • 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 and December (4mi).

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