March weather forecast
Canyon City, OR

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a cold month in Canyon City, Oregon, with an average temperature varying between 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

March comes with a subtle rise, with the average high-temperature adjusting from a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C) in February to a still cold 42.6°F (5.9°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a freezing cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Canyon City, Oregon, is 80%.

Rainfall

In March, in Canyon City, the rain falls for 17.3 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Canyon City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.7 days and collects up to 17.09" (434mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Canyon City. In March, it is snowing for 9.6 days. Throughout March, 5.83" (148mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 62.5 snowfall days, and 39.17" (995mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Canyon City, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Canyon City, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:44 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:22 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

The average sunshine in March is 7.4h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Canyon City. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Canyon City?

The high-temperature during March is 42.6°F (5.9°C) and the low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Canyon City?

In Canyon City, Oregon, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in Canyon City in March?

In Canyon City, during March, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Canyon City?

In March, in Canyon City, Oregon, it is snowing for 9.6 days. Throughout March, 5.83" (148mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Canyon City?

In Canyon City, Oregon, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Canyon City?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:44 pm PST. On the last day of the month, in Canyon City, Oregon, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:22 pm PDT.

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

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 Canyon City?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Canyon City is 7.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Canyon City?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in March in Canyon City?

In Canyon City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Canyon City, OR

Average temperature in March - Canyon City, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Canyon City, OR

Average pressure in March - Canyon City, OR
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Canyon City, OR

Average wind speed in March - Canyon City, OR
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Canyon City, OR

Average humidity in March - Canyon City, OR
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (42%).

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Average rainfall in March
Canyon City, OR

Average rainfall in March - Canyon City, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in March
Canyon City, OR

Average rainfall days in March - Canyon City, OR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Canyon City, OR

Average snowfall in March - Canyon City, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 5.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Canyon City, OR

Average snowfall days in March - Canyon City, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Canyon City, OR

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Canyon City, OR
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Canyon City, OR

Average sunshine days in March - Canyon City, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Canyon City, OR

Average UV index in March - Canyon City, OR
  • 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, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Canyon City, OR

Average cloud cover in March - Canyon City, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in March
Canyon City, OR

Average visibility in March - Canyon City, OR
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are 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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