March weather forecast
Tumwater, WA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Tumwater, is a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

With the transition into March, Tumwater notes an average high-temperature of a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C), closely resembling February. During the month of March, an average low-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) is recorded in Tumwater.

Humidity

In Tumwater, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.

Rainfall

In March, in Tumwater, the rain falls for 20.4 days. Throughout March, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Tumwater, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.4 days and collects up to 37.05" (941mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Tumwater. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Tumwater aggregates 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 8.7 snowfall days, and 5.31" (135mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Tumwater is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:57 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:40 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 Tumwater, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Tumwater in March?

March temperatures in Tumwater vary between a high-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and a low-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Tumwater?

In Tumwater, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.

How much does it rain in Tumwater in March?

In Tumwater, in March, during 20.4 rainfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Tumwater?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Tumwater. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Tumwater aggregates 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Tumwater have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Tumwater?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:57 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:40 pm PDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Tumwater?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Tumwater, Washington, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Tumwater, WA

Average temperature in March - Tumwater, WA
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (33.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Tumwater, WA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Tumwater, WA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and November (4.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Tumwater, WA

Average humidity in March - Tumwater, WA
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Tumwater, WA

Average rainfall in March - Tumwater, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (5.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

Average rainfall days in March
Tumwater, WA

Average rainfall days in March - Tumwater, WA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 20.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Tumwater, WA

Average snowfall in March - Tumwater, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Tumwater, WA

Average snowfall days in March - Tumwater, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
Tumwater, WA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Tumwater, WA

Average sunshine days in March - Tumwater, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Tumwater, WA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Tumwater, WA

Average cloud cover in March - Tumwater, WA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 64

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Tumwater, WA

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

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

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