March weather forecast
Port Orchard, WA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Port Orchard, Washington, with an average temperature ranging between max 50.9°F (10.5°C) and min 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

Port Orchard's entry into March measures an average high-temperature of a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C), closely parallel to the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C) is noted during the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Port Orchard is 83%.

Rainfall

In Port Orchard, in March, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Port Orchard, Washington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.9 days and collects up to 12.24" (311mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Port Orchard. March is the last month it regularly snows in Port Orchard. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Port Orchard aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Port Orchard, Washington, during the entire year, snow falls for 7 days and aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Port Orchard, Washington, the average seawater temperature in March is 45.7°F (7.6°C).
Note: Dipping in 45.7°F (7.6°C) at temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) without proper gear can lead to pronounced cold shock and breathing difficulties.

Daylight

In Port Orchard, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March in Port Orchard, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:39 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 Port Orchard, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

In Port Orchard, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Port Orchard in March?

In Port Orchard, 50.9°F (10.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 37.2°F (2.9°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Port Orchard?

In Port Orchard, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How much does it rain in Port Orchard in March?

In Port Orchard, Washington, during March, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Port Orchard?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Port Orchard aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in March in Port Orchard?

In Port Orchard, the average seawater temperature in March is 45.7°F (7.6°C). Swimming in 45.7°F (7.6°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in March in Port Orchard?

The average day length in March in Port Orchard is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Port Orchard?

On the first day of March in Port Orchard, Washington, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:39 pm PDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March in Port Orchard?

The average sunshine duration in March in Port Orchard, Washington, is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Port Orchard?

In Port Orchard, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Port Orchard, WA

Average temperature in March - Port Orchard, WA
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Port Orchard, WA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March, August and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Port Orchard, WA

Average wind speed in March - Port Orchard, WA
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Port Orchard, WA

Average humidity in March - Port Orchard, WA
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Port Orchard, WA

Average rainfall in March - Port Orchard, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Port Orchard, WA

Average rainfall days in March - Port Orchard, WA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Port Orchard, WA

Average snowfall in March - Port Orchard, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Port Orchard, WA

Average snowfall days in March - Port Orchard, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Port Orchard, WA

Average sea temperature in March - Port Orchard, WA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 45.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.3°F).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Port Orchard, WA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Port Orchard, WA
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Port Orchard, WA

Average sunshine days in March - Port Orchard, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Port Orchard, WA

Average UV index in March - Port Orchard, WA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Port Orchard, WA

Average cloud cover in March - Port Orchard, WA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Port Orchard, WA

Average visibility in March - Port Orchard, 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, March, April, October, November and December (5mi).

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