March weather forecast
Puyallup, WA

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Weather in March

In Puyallup, March denotes a definitive shift from the generally chilly winter towards the gradually warming Spring conditions. A notable decrease in snow, coupled with a slight increase in average sunshine hours, confirm this transition. Interestingly, Puyallup's weather doesn't disappoint, as March takes the crown as the month with the highest average rainfall days, standing at 21 days. Amidst the more moderate temperatures, the mid-Spring period in March offers an interesting blend of climatic elements. Towards late March, it becomes evident weather conditions are set to take on a much warmer and less volatile pattern.

Temperature

On the advent of March, Puyallup's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a still frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) from February's 45°F (7.2°C). Puyallup experiences an average low-temperature reading of 35.2°F (1.8°C) throughout March.

Humidity

In Puyallup, the average relative humidity in March is 84%.

Rainfall

In Puyallup, in March, it is raining for 21 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 183.4 rainfall days, and 32.48" (825mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Puyallup. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Puyallup aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Puyallup, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.4 days and aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:55 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:38 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 is 6.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 49.8°F (9.9°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Puyallup, during March, the rain falls for 21 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Puyallup aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Puyallup have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:55 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:38 pm PDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Puyallup have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Puyallup is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Puyallup, WA

Average temperature in March - Puyallup, WA
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (32.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Puyallup, WA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (30"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Puyallup, WA

Average wind speed in March - Puyallup, WA
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (4.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Puyallup, WA

Average humidity in March - Puyallup, WA
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

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

Average rainfall in March
Puyallup, WA

Average rainfall in March - Puyallup, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.92").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Puyallup, WA

Average rainfall days in March - Puyallup, WA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 21 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Puyallup, WA

Average snowfall in March - Puyallup, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Puyallup, WA

Average snowfall days in March - Puyallup, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 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
Puyallup, WA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Puyallup, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Puyallup, WA

Average sunshine days in March - Puyallup, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Puyallup, WA

Average UV index in March - Puyallup, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Puyallup, WA

Average cloud cover in March - Puyallup, WA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Puyallup, WA

Average visibility in March - Puyallup, WA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are July and August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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