March weather forecast
University Place, WA

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Weather in March

Temperatures rise to a peak of 51.8°F (11°C) as March makes its appearance in University Place. Rainfall slightly increases, transitioning from 2.83" (72mm) in February to 3.07" (78mm), but snowfall drops significantly. The sun starts to grace the city steadily, giving way to longer days and more clear skies for the residents. March is a delicate blend of cold and touches of warmth, whilst holding on to vestiges of winter. It serves as a prelude to the blooming beauty of spring.

Temperature

The advent of March brings an average high-temperature of a fresh 51.8°F (11°C), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. Throughout the March nights, University Place encounters a low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In University Place, in March, it is raining for 20.1 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. In University Place, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.9 days and collects up to 30.08" (764mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.7 snowfall days, in March, University Place aggregates 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In University Place, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.9 days and aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

Daylight

In University Place, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 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 University Place is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for University Place in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in University Place, is 51.8°F (11°C), while the average low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in University Place, Washington, is 83%.

How much does it rain in March?

In University Place, 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, University Place aggregates 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 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 in University Place?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in University Place?

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

Average temperature in March - University Place, 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
University Place, WA

Average pressure in March - University Place, 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
University Place, WA

Average wind speed in March - University Place, 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
University Place, WA

Average humidity in March - University Place, 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
University Place, WA

Average rainfall in March - University Place, 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
University Place, WA

Average rainfall days in March - University Place, 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
University Place, WA

Average snowfall in March - University Place, 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
University Place, WA

Average snowfall days in March - University Place, 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
University Place, WA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - University Place, 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 36min).

  • 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
University Place, WA

Average sunshine days in March - University Place, 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
University Place, WA

Average UV index in March - University Place, 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
University Place, WA

Average cloud cover in March - University Place, 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
University Place, WA

Average visibility in March - University Place, 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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