March weather forecast
Ridgefield, WA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a chilly month in Ridgefield, Washington, with an average temperature ranging between min 35.6°F (2°C) and max 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Temperature

The advent of March presents an average high-temperature of a still frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. Ridgefield in March experiences a low-temperature average of 35.6°F (2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Ridgefield, Washington, is 85%.

Rainfall

In Ridgefield, in March, during 21.3 rainfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 180.9 rainfall days, and 39.41" (1001mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Ridgefield. During 1.6 snowfall days, in March, Ridgefield aggregates 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Ridgefield, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.6 days and aggregates up to 5.63" (143mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ridgefield, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PST. On the last day of March, in Ridgefield, sunrise is at 6:51 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 5.2h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C) and a low-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Ridgefield, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Ridgefield, in March, during 21.3 rainfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.6 snowfall days, in March, Ridgefield aggregates 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ridgefield have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Ridgefield, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.6°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
Ridgefield, WA

Average pressure in March - Ridgefield, WA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ridgefield, WA

Average wind speed in March - Ridgefield, WA
  • Average wind speed in March: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Ridgefield, WA

Average humidity in March - Ridgefield, WA
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Ridgefield, WA

Average rainfall in March - Ridgefield, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 4.45"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (5.71").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Ridgefield, WA

Average rainfall days in March - Ridgefield, WA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 21.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ridgefield, WA

Average snowfall in March - Ridgefield, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ridgefield, WA

Average snowfall days in March - Ridgefield, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Ridgefield, WA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ridgefield, WA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ridgefield, WA

Average sunshine days in March - Ridgefield, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and March (8.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Ridgefield, WA

Average UV index in March - Ridgefield, WA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Ridgefield, WA

Average cloud cover in March - Ridgefield, WA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Ridgefield, WA

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (4mi).

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