Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
Observing a slight rise in March, the average high-temperature shifts from February's cold 32°F (0°C) to a still icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). Nelson records a consistent low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) during March nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 88%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout March, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Nelson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.2 days and collects up to 28.46" (723mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Nelson. In Nelson, during March, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.15" (207mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 69.9 snowfall days, and 60.24" (1530mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Nelson, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.On the first day of March in Nelson, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:50 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:33 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
The average sunshine in March in Nelson is 5.9h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in March in Nelson?
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When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Nelson?
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What is the UV index reading in March in Nelson?
Average temperature in March
Nelson, WA
- Average high temperature in March: 37.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 23.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Nelson, WA
- Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Nelson, WA
- Average wind speed in March: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Nelson, WA
- Average humidity in March: 88%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (60%).
Average rainfall in March
Nelson, WA
- Average rainfall in March: 3.23"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").
Average rainfall days in March
Nelson, WA
- Average rainfall days in March: 18.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and April (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Nelson, WA
- Average snowfall in March: 8.15"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (16.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Nelson, WA
- Average snowfall days in March: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Nelson, 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 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Nelson, WA
- Average sunshine days in March: 7.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Nelson, WA
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Nelson, WA
- Average cloud cover in March: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).
Average visibility in March
Nelson, WA
- Average visibility in March: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (3mi).
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