March weather forecast
Ruston, WA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Ruston, Washington, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37°F (2.8°C) and 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

Ruston registers an average high-temperature of a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) at the commencement of March, closely related to the preceding month. In March, Ruston encounters an average low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Ruston, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 20.1 days. Throughout March, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ruston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.9 days and collects up to 30.08" (764mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.7 snowfall days, in March, Ruston aggregates 0.91" (23mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 8.9 snowfall days, and 5.04" (128mm) 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 6:48 am and sunset at 5:56 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

In Ruston, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In Ruston, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

During March, Ruston experiences an average high-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C) and a low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Ruston, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Ruston, in March, it is raining for 20.1 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.7 snowfall days, in March, Ruston aggregates 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ruston have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:56 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Ruston, WA
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.7°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (34.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Ruston, WA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March, August and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Ruston, WA

Average wind speed in March - Ruston, WA
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Ruston, WA

Average humidity in March - Ruston, WA
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Ruston, WA

Average rainfall in March - Ruston, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Ruston, WA

Average rainfall days in March - Ruston, WA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ruston, WA

Average snowfall in March - Ruston, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ruston, WA

Average snowfall days in March - Ruston, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 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
Ruston, WA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ruston, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ruston, WA

Average sunshine days in March - Ruston, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in March
Ruston, WA

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

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 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Ruston, WA

Average cloud cover in March - Ruston, WA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Ruston, WA

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

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

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