March weather forecast
Fossil, OR

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Fossil, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Temperature

In Fossil, the average high-temperature in March slightly rises, from a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C) in February, to a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C). Nighttime temperatures in Fossil hover around an average low of 34.2°F (1.2°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Fossil, Oregon, during March, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fossil, there are 131.9 rainfall days, and 13.54" (344mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In March, in Fossil, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31.3 snowfall days, and 18.54" (471mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Fossil, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:49 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:28 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 7.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Fossil?

In March, in Fossil, the average high-temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fossil?

The average relative humidity in March in Fossil is 71%.

How much does it rain in Fossil in March?

In Fossil, Oregon, during March, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Fossil in March?

In Fossil, in March, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fossil have in March?

In Fossil, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Fossil?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:49 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:28 pm PDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Fossil, 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 Fossil have in March?

In Fossil, Oregon, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Fossil?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Fossil, OR

Average temperature in March - Fossil, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Fossil, OR

Average pressure in March - Fossil, OR
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Fossil, OR

Average wind speed in March - Fossil, OR
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Fossil, OR

Average humidity in March - Fossil, OR
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (39%).

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Average rainfall in March
Fossil, OR

Average rainfall in March - Fossil, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in March
Fossil, OR

Average rainfall days in March - Fossil, OR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Fossil, OR

Average snowfall in March - Fossil, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Fossil, OR

Average snowfall days in March - Fossil, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.2 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
Fossil, OR

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Fossil, OR

Average sunshine days in March - Fossil, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Fossil, OR

Average UV index in March - Fossil, OR
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Fossil, OR

Average cloud cover in March - Fossil, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in March
Fossil, OR

Average visibility in March - Fossil, OR
  • 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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