March weather forecastPrineville, OR
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Prineville, Oregon, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.3°F (7.4°C) and an average low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).Temperature
In March, Prineville experiences a minor shift in meteorological conditions with average high-temperatures marked at a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C), closely mirroring the climate in February. March is noted for a mean low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).Humidity
In Prineville, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.Rainfall
In Prineville, during March, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.8 rainfall days, and 14.69" (373mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 9.2 days. Throughout March, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 53.7 snowfall days, and 25" (635mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:52 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:29 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 7.6h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Prineville, OR
- Average high temperature in March: 45.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 30.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (25°F).
Average pressure in March
Prineville, OR
- Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Prineville, OR
- Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Prineville, OR
- Average humidity in March: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (45%).
Average rainfall in March
Prineville, OR
- Average rainfall in March: 1.73"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").
Average rainfall days in March
Prineville, OR
- Average rainfall days in March: 17.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (4.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Prineville, OR
- Average snowfall in March: 3.98"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Prineville, OR
- Average snowfall days in March: 9.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Prineville, 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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Prineville, OR
- Average sunshine days in March: 8.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Prineville, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Prineville, OR
- Average cloud cover in March: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 10).
Average visibility in March
Prineville, OR
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (5mi).
