March weather forecast
Portal, AZ

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Weather in March

As March arrives in Portal, Arizona, the first hints of Spring begin to show. The weather gradually warms up, making way for delightful temperatures typical of the season. There is a dip in humidity relative to previous months, falling to 29%. Along with the rising temperature, it leads to a pleasant climate towards the end of the month. The wind speeds remain high at about 9.8mph (15.8km/h) but are countered by abundant sunshine and longer daylight hours.

Temperature

March in Portal signifies a subtle uplift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C) in February to a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C). During March, Portal notes a substantial drop from the daytime peak to an average minimum temperature of 46.4°F (8°C).

Humidity

In Portal, the average relative humidity in March is 29%.

Rainfall

In Portal, in March, during 3.8 rainfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Portal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 73.4 days and collects up to 7.91" (201mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Portal aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Portal, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.5 days and aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:14 pm. On the last day of March, in Portal, Arizona, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 6:35 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 9.2h.

UV index

In Portal, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Portal in March?

The high-temperature during March is 68.2°F (20.1°C) and the low-temperature is 46.4°F (8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Portal?

In March, the average relative humidity in Portal is 29%.

How much does it rain in Portal in March?

In Portal, during March, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Portal?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Portal aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Portal have in March?

In Portal, Arizona, the average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Portal?

On the first day of March in Portal, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 6:35 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in March in Portal?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Portal is 9.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Portal?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Portal, Arizona, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Portal, AZ

Average temperature in March - Portal, AZ
  • Average high temperature in March: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Portal, AZ

Average pressure in March - Portal, AZ
  • Average pressure in March: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Portal, AZ

Average wind speed in March - Portal, AZ
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Portal, AZ

Average humidity in March - Portal, AZ
  • Average humidity in March: 29%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (51%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (21%).

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Average rainfall in March
Portal, AZ

Average rainfall in March - Portal, AZ
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in March
Portal, AZ

Average rainfall days in March - Portal, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (2.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Portal, AZ

Average snowfall in March - Portal, AZ
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Portal, AZ

Average snowfall days in March - Portal, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Portal, AZ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Portal, AZ
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Portal, AZ

Average sunshine days in March - Portal, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 26.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Portal, AZ

Average UV index in March - Portal, AZ
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Portal, AZ

Average cloud cover in March - Portal, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 15

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in March
Portal, AZ

Average visibility in March - Portal, AZ
  • 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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