March weather forecast
Hermiston, OR

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Weather in March

March brings the onset of the spring season in Hermiston, Oregon. Shaking off the biting cold of winter, the weather warms considerably with a decrease in snowfall quantities. Daylight hours extend, and sunshine permeates the skies more frequently, signaling the retreat of the winter chill. The most noteworthy aspect of this transitional month's weather is the relatively high rainfall incidence, representing a significant increase from February to 1.06" (27mm). March retains some lingering cold from the winter season, holding a final farewell before embracing the full bloom of spring.

Temperature

Hermiston, Oregon, perceives a slight temperature ascent during March, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a frosty 45°F (7.2°C) in February to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). In Hermiston, March is marked by an average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Hermiston is 65%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are March and December, with an average 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hermiston are January through March, September, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.2 snowfall days, in March, Hermiston aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12 snowfall days, and 6.06" (154mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Hermiston is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:44 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:24 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 in Hermiston is 7.6h.

UV index

In Hermiston, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hermiston in March?

Hermiston in March has an average high-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Hermiston?

In Hermiston, the average relative humidity in March is 65%.

What is the rainiest month in Hermiston?

The wettest months in Hermiston are March and December, with an average 1.06" (27mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in Hermiston in March?

In Hermiston, Oregon, in March, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Hermiston?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.2 snowfall days, in March, Hermiston aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hermiston have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Hermiston?

On the first day of March in Hermiston, Oregon, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:44 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:24 pm PDT.

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

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

In Hermiston, Oregon, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Hermiston?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Hermiston, Oregon, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Hermiston, OR

Average temperature in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (28.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Hermiston, OR

Average pressure in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Hermiston, OR

Average wind speed in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Hermiston, OR

Average humidity in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average humidity in March: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (36%).

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Average rainfall in March
Hermiston, OR

Average rainfall in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and December (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.16").

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Average rainfall days in March
Hermiston, OR

Average rainfall days in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Hermiston, OR

Average snowfall in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Hermiston, OR

Average snowfall days in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Hermiston, OR

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hermiston, OR
  • 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: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Hermiston, OR

Average sunshine days in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Hermiston, OR

Average UV index in March - Hermiston, 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
Hermiston, OR

Average cloud cover in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in March
Hermiston, OR

Average visibility in March - Hermiston, 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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