March weather forecastMilwaukie, OR
March
Weather in March
March in Milwaukie sees a much-welcomed reprieve from the cold grip of winter, as the city transitions toward warmer spring temperatures. March sees a minor decrease in relative humidity, alongside diminished rainfall, indicating a gradual shift in the city's microclimate. Although the potential for snowfall begins to wane, occasional snow flurries do occur. Residents experience longer daylight hours, hinting at the ensuing spring, and wind speeds decrease, making outdoor activities more enjoyable.Temperature
With the onset of March in Milwaukie, a modest change to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) from February's 47.5°F (8.6°C) is noted in high-temperature. March brings an average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) to Milwaukie.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 81%.Rainfall
In Milwaukie, in March, during 20.4 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.2 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 1.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:38 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 Milwaukie is 5.9h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Milwaukie is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Milwaukie, OR
- Average high temperature in March: 52.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 37.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Milwaukie, OR
- Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (30"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Milwaukie, OR
- Average wind speed in March: 5.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Milwaukie, OR
- Average humidity in March: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).
Average rainfall in March
Milwaukie, OR
- Average rainfall in March: 3.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").
Average rainfall days in March
Milwaukie, OR
- Average rainfall days in March: 20.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Milwaukie, OR
- Average snowfall in March: 1.46"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Milwaukie, OR
- Average snowfall days in March: 1.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Milwaukie, 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: 5h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Milwaukie, OR
- Average sunshine days in March: 8.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Milwaukie, OR
- Average UV index in March: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Milwaukie, OR
- Average cloud cover in March: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in March
Milwaukie, OR
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (5mi).
