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 sea temperature 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
The initiation of March records an average high-temperature of a still frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. A mean low-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) is a distinguishing feature of March, indicating a slight dip from daytime highs.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 81%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 20.7 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 180.3 rainfall days, and 21.85" (555mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Port Townsend, during March, snow falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Port Townsend, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.8 days and aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In March, the average ocean temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C).Note: Beware of 45.5°F (7.5°C) waters at 55.4°F (13°C), they're uninviting, and a dip below 50°F (10°C) has risks of breath loss and cold shock, contingent on health.
Daylight
In Port Townsend, Washington, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:40 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 Port Townsend, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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How cold is the water in March?
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When are sunrise and sunset in March?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?
How many hours of sunshine does Port Townsend have in March?
How high is the UV index in March?
Average temperature in March
Port Townsend, WA
- Average high temperature in March: 47.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (67.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 39.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (37.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Port Townsend, WA
- Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.08"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March and September (30.01"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Port Townsend, WA
- Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in March
Port Townsend, WA
- Average humidity in March: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Port Townsend, WA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.43").
Average rainfall days in March
Port Townsend, WA
- Average rainfall days in March: 20.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Port Townsend, WA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Port Townsend, WA
- Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 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 Townsend, WA
- Average sea temperature in March: 45.4°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Port Townsend, WA
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Port Townsend, WA
- Average sunshine days in March: 8.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Port Townsend, WA
- Average UV index in March: 3
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 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Port Townsend, WA
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility in March
Port Townsend, WA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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