March weather forecast
Ephrata, WA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Ephrata, Washington, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.5°F (1.4°C) and max 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

Ephrata's March weather brings a rise in high-temperatures, moving from an icy 39°F (3.9°C) in February to a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) is observed during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Ephrata is 68%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ephrata, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.2 days and collects up to 7.91" (201mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ephrata, Washington, are January through April, September, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ephrata, there are 23.5 snowfall days, and 11.38" (289mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:44 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:27 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 in Ephrata is 7.5h.

UV index

In Ephrata, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Ephrata?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Ephrata, is 49.6°F (9.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ephrata?

In March, the average relative humidity in Ephrata is 68%.

How many days does it rain in March in Ephrata?

In Ephrata, Washington, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Ephrata?

In Ephrata, Washington, during March, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Ephrata?

In March, the average day length in Ephrata, Washington, is 11h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Ephrata?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:44 pm PST. On the last day of the month, in Ephrata, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:27 pm PDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Ephrata?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Ephrata is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Ephrata, WA

Average temperature in March - Ephrata, WA
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Ephrata, WA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ephrata, WA

Average wind speed in March - Ephrata, WA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (5.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Ephrata, WA

Average humidity in March - Ephrata, WA
  • Average humidity in March: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (37%).

Average rainfall in March
Ephrata, WA

Average rainfall in March - Ephrata, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Ephrata, WA

Average rainfall days in March - Ephrata, WA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ephrata, WA

Average snowfall in March - Ephrata, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ephrata, WA

Average snowfall days in March - Ephrata, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ephrata, WA

Average sunshine days in March - Ephrata, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (15.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Ephrata, WA

Average UV index in March - Ephrata, WA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Ephrata, WA

Average cloud cover in March - Ephrata, WA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in March
Ephrata, WA

Average visibility in March - Ephrata, WA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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