March weather forecast
Appleton, WA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Appleton, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and max 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C) in February to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). In the month of March, an average of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

In Appleton, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 19.4 days. Throughout March, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.5 rainfall days, and 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Appleton. In Appleton, in March, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.9 snowfall days, and 18.74" (476mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Appleton, Washington, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:52 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 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 5.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Appleton, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Appleton, in March, during 19.4 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Appleton, during March, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March in Appleton is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:52 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 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, 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 Appleton have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Appleton, WA

Average temperature in March - Appleton, WA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Appleton, WA

Average pressure in March - Appleton, WA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Appleton, WA

Average wind speed in March - Appleton, WA
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Appleton, WA

Average humidity in March - Appleton, WA
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (58%).

Average rainfall in March
Appleton, WA

Average rainfall in March - Appleton, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (4.88").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Appleton, WA

Average rainfall days in March - Appleton, WA
  • 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 August (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Appleton, WA

Average snowfall in March - Appleton, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Appleton, WA

Average snowfall days in March - Appleton, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Appleton, WA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Appleton, WA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Appleton, WA

Average sunshine days in March - Appleton, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Appleton, WA

Average UV index in March - Appleton, WA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Appleton, WA

Average cloud cover in March - Appleton, WA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in March
Appleton, WA

Average visibility in March - Appleton, WA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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