March weather forecast
Wenatchee, WA

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Weather in March

Come March, the weather begins to exhibit a palpable shift towards spring. This transition is marked by a reduction in both snowfall, coming down to 1.46" (37mm), and humidity. As well, the number of daylight hours begin to outnumber those of darkness, heralding the arrival of longer, brighter days. Interestingly, March experiences an increased number of rainy days, compared to the previous month, providing a damp start to spring. The frigid winter wind begins to retreat, making way for slightly milder breezes.

Temperature

Wenatchee's transition into March brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C) in February to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Wenatchee, in March, observes a steady average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Wenatchee, in March, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Wenatchee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.1 days and collects up to 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout March, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 25.5 snowfall days, and 14.76" (375mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:47 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:30 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 7.6h.

UV index

In Wenatchee, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Wenatchee, in March, during 14 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout March, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Wenatchee have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:47 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:30 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 many hours of sunshine does Wenatchee have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Wenatchee, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Wenatchee, WA

Average temperature in March - Wenatchee, WA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Wenatchee, WA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Wenatchee, WA

Average wind speed in March - Wenatchee, WA
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Wenatchee, WA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (47%).

Average rainfall in March
Wenatchee, WA

Average rainfall in March - Wenatchee, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Wenatchee, WA

Average rainfall days in March - Wenatchee, WA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Wenatchee, WA

Average snowfall in March - Wenatchee, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Wenatchee, WA

Average snowfall days in March - Wenatchee, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.9 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
Wenatchee, WA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Wenatchee, 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: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Wenatchee, WA

Average sunshine days in March - Wenatchee, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Wenatchee, WA

Average UV index in March - Wenatchee, 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
Wenatchee, WA

Average cloud cover in March - Wenatchee, WA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in March
Wenatchee, WA

Average visibility in March - Wenatchee, WA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, 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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