March weather forecast
Independence, OR

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Independence, is a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 52°F (11.1°C) and an average low of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

The advent of March sees the average high-temperature at a fresh 52°F (11.1°C), subtly shifted from February's 48.2°F (9°C). In March, Independence experiences a temperature dip to an average of 36.9°F (2.7°C) at night.

Humidity

In Independence, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.

Rainfall

In Independence, in March, during 17.8 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.6 rainfall days, and 10.04" (255mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Independence. March is the last month it regularly snows in Independence. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Independence aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.5 snowfall days, and 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Independence is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:01 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:39 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 Independence is 5.4h.

UV index

In Independence, Oregon, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Independence in March?

Independence in March has an average high-temperature of 52°F (11.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Independence?

The average relative humidity in March in Independence is 86%.

How many days does it rain in March in Independence?

In Independence, in March, during 17.8 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Independence?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Independence. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Independence aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Independence have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Independence?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:01 pm PST. On the last day of the month, in Independence, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:39 pm PDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Independence is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Independence?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Independence is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Independence, OR

Average temperature in March - Independence, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 52°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Independence, OR

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30.01"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Independence, OR

Average wind speed in March - Independence, OR
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Independence, OR

Average humidity in March - Independence, OR
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

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Average rainfall in March
Independence, OR

Average rainfall in March - Independence, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in March
Independence, OR

Average rainfall days in March - Independence, OR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Independence, OR

Average snowfall in March - Independence, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Independence, OR

Average snowfall days in March - Independence, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Independence, 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: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Independence, OR

Average sunshine days in March - Independence, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Independence, OR

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
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
Independence, OR

Average cloud cover in March - Independence, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in March
Independence, OR

Average visibility in March - Independence, OR
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The month with the highest visibility is August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

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