March weather forecast
Shelter Bay, WA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Shelter Bay, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

March brings a marginal elevation to a still chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) from February's 45.1°F (7.3°C) in Shelter Bay's average high-temperatures. Shelter Bay notes a consistent average low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Shelter Bay, in March, during 13.6 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shelter Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.4 days and collects up to 8.9" (226mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 1.2 days. Throughout March, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is accumulated. In Shelter Bay, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.6 days and aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:54 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:39 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 in Shelter Bay is 6.5h.

UV index

In Shelter Bay, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Shelter Bay, is 48.6°F (9.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout March, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Shelter Bay, during March, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shelter Bay have 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 6:49 am and sunset at 5:54 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:39 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 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Shelter Bay, WA

Average temperature in March - Shelter Bay, WA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (38.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Shelter Bay, WA

Average pressure in March - Shelter Bay, WA
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (30"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Shelter Bay, WA

Average wind speed in March - Shelter Bay, WA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Shelter Bay, WA

Average humidity in March - Shelter Bay, WA
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Shelter Bay, WA

Average rainfall in March - Shelter Bay, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Shelter Bay, WA

Average rainfall days in March - Shelter Bay, WA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shelter Bay, WA

Average snowfall in March - Shelter Bay, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shelter Bay, WA

Average snowfall days in March - Shelter Bay, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 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
Shelter Bay, WA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shelter Bay, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shelter Bay, WA

Average sunshine days in March - Shelter Bay, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Shelter Bay, WA

Average UV index in March - Shelter Bay, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Shelter Bay, WA

Average cloud cover in March - Shelter Bay, WA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in March
Shelter Bay, WA

Average visibility in March - Shelter Bay, WA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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