March weather forecast
White Salmon, WA

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The iconic Hood River Bridge over the Columbia River in White Salmon, Washington, with Mt Hood
The iconic Hood River Bridge over the Columbia River in White Salmon, Washington, with Mt Hood's snow peak

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in White Salmon, Washington, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

March's arrival sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's cold 38.3°F (3.5°C) to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). March is noted for a mean low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In White Salmon, during March, the rain falls for 19.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.5 rainfall days, and 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In White Salmon, in March, during 3.8 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 23.9 snowfall days, and 18.74" (476mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in White Salmon is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:33 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 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in White Salmon is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In White Salmon, Washington, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How much does it rain in March?

In White Salmon, in March, it is raining for 19.4 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In White Salmon, in March, during 3.8 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does White Salmon have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:33 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 White Salmon have in March?

In White Salmon, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
White Salmon, WA

Average temperature in March - White Salmon, WA
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°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 (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.1°F).

Average pressure in March
White Salmon, WA

Average pressure in March - White Salmon, WA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
White Salmon, WA

Average wind speed in March - White Salmon, WA
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
White Salmon, WA

Average humidity in March - White Salmon, WA
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (58%).

Average rainfall in March
White Salmon, WA

Average rainfall in March - White Salmon, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (4.88").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.24").

Average rainfall days in March
White Salmon, WA

Average rainfall days in March - White Salmon, WA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 19.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
White Salmon, WA

Average snowfall in March - White Salmon, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
White Salmon, WA

Average snowfall days in March - White Salmon, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.5 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
White Salmon, WA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
White Salmon, WA

Average sunshine days in March - White Salmon, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in March
White Salmon, WA

Average UV index in March - White Salmon, WA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
White Salmon, WA

Average cloud cover in March - White Salmon, WA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in March
White Salmon, WA

Average visibility in March - White Salmon, WA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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