March weather forecast
Rice, WA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rice, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.3°F (5.7°C) and min 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

In Rice, the average high-temperature in March slightly rises, from an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C) in February, to a still wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C). In the month of March, Rice's average low-temperature falls to a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout March, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.5 rainfall days, and 6.42" (163mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, September, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout March, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 24.6 snowfall days, and 6.38" (162mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:37 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:22 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 is 6.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°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 Rice, Washington, during March, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Rice, in March, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:37 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:22 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 Rice have in March?

In Rice, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Rice, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Rice, WA

Average temperature in March - Rice, WA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (18.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Rice, WA

Average pressure in March - Rice, WA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rice, WA

Average wind speed in March - Rice, WA
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (3.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Rice, WA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in March
Rice, WA

Average rainfall in March - Rice, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.31").

Average rainfall days in March
Rice, WA

Average rainfall days in March - Rice, WA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rice, WA

Average snowfall in March - Rice, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.26"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Rice, WA

Average snowfall days in March - Rice, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rice, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rice, WA

Average sunshine days in March - Rice, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Rice, WA

Average UV index in March - Rice, WA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Rice, WA

Average cloud cover in March - Rice, WA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in March
Rice, WA

Average visibility in March - Rice, WA
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (2mi).

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