March weather forecast
East Olympia, WA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in East Olympia, Washington, with temperature in the range of an average low of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and an average high of 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into March reveals an average high-temperature of a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C), closely mirroring February's climate. Throughout March, the nighttime temperature in East Olympia averages to an icy 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in East Olympia is 86%.

Rainfall

In East Olympia, in March, during 20.4 rainfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In East Olympia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.4 days and collects up to 37.05" (941mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in East Olympia. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, East Olympia aggregates 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 8.7 snowfall days, and 5.31" (135mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In East Olympia, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:57 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:40 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 5.1h.

UV index

In East Olympia, Washington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in East Olympia?

In East Olympia, 51.1°F (10.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 35.8°F (2.1°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in East Olympia?

The average relative humidity in March in East Olympia, Washington, is 86%.

How many days does it rain in March in East Olympia?

In East Olympia, during March, the rain falls for 20.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in East Olympia?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, East Olympia aggregates 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in East Olympia?

In East Olympia, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in East Olympia?

On the first day of March in East Olympia, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:57 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:40 pm PDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in East Olympia, Washington, 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 East Olympia have in March?

In East Olympia, Washington, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in East Olympia?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in East Olympia, Washington, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
East Olympia, WA

Average temperature in March - East Olympia, WA
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.1°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 (43°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (33.4°F).

Average pressure in March
East Olympia, WA

Average pressure in March - East Olympia, WA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
East Olympia, WA

Average wind speed in March - East Olympia, WA
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and November (4.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.8mph).

Average humidity in March
East Olympia, WA

Average humidity in March - East Olympia, WA
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in March
East Olympia, WA

Average rainfall in March - East Olympia, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (5.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
East Olympia, WA

Average rainfall days in March - East Olympia, WA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 20.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
East Olympia, WA

Average snowfall in March - East Olympia, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
East Olympia, WA

Average snowfall days in March - East Olympia, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
East Olympia, WA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
East Olympia, WA

Average sunshine days in March - East Olympia, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in March
East Olympia, WA

Average UV index in March - East Olympia, WA
  • 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
East Olympia, WA

Average cloud cover in March - East Olympia, WA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 64

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
East Olympia, WA

Average visibility in March - East Olympia, WA
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (4mi).

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