March weather forecast
Riverside, WA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Riverside, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 43°F (6.1°C) and min 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during March moves from February's wintry 33.8°F (1°C) to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). March brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) in Riverside, Washington.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Riverside is 79%.

Rainfall

In Riverside, in March, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Riverside, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.2 days and collects up to 7.56" (192mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Riverside, in March, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In Riverside, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.5 days and aggregates up to 10.12" (257mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:42 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:27 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 7.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Riverside in March?

Riverside in March has an average high-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Riverside?

In Riverside, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Riverside?

In Riverside, in March, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Riverside?

In March, in Riverside, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Riverside?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Riverside?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:42 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:27 pm PDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Riverside, 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 Riverside?

In Riverside, Washington, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Riverside?

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

Average temperature in March - Riverside, WA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Riverside, WA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Riverside, WA

Average wind speed in March - Riverside, WA
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4mph).

Average humidity in March
Riverside, WA

Average humidity in March - Riverside, WA
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (42%).

Average rainfall in March
Riverside, WA

Average rainfall in March - Riverside, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.94").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Riverside, WA

Average rainfall days in March - Riverside, WA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Riverside, WA

Average snowfall in March - Riverside, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Riverside, WA

Average snowfall days in March - Riverside, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Riverside, WA

Average sunshine days in March - Riverside, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (15.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Riverside, WA

Average UV index in March - Riverside, 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
Riverside, WA

Average cloud cover in March - Riverside, WA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in March
Riverside, WA

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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