March weather forecast
Rainier, OR

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rainier, is a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.7°F (1.5°C) and max 50°F (10°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings an average high-temperature of a fresh 50°F (10°C), showing a minute difference from February's 45.5°F (7.5°C). The temperature dips to an average of 34.7°F (1.5°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Rainier is 87%.

Rainfall

In Rainier, Oregon, during March, the rain falls for 20.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 175.5 rainfall days, and 25.83" (656mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Rainier. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in March, Rainier aggregates 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Rainier, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.7 days and aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Rainier is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Rainier, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 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

In March, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

In Rainier, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Rainier?

The high-temperature in Rainier during March is 50°F (10°C) and the low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Rainier?

In March, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in March in Rainier?

In March, the rain falls for 20.3 days. Throughout March, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Rainier?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in March, Rainier aggregates 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Rainier?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Rainier?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PST. On the last day of the month, in Rainier, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:39 pm PDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Rainier is 4.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Rainier?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Rainier 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
Rainier, OR

Average temperature in March - Rainier, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (32.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Rainier, OR

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30.01"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Rainier, OR

Average wind speed in March - Rainier, OR
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Rainier, OR

Average humidity in March - Rainier, OR
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, November and December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Rainier, OR

Average rainfall in March - Rainier, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in March
Rainier, OR

Average rainfall days in March - Rainier, OR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 20.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (6.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Rainier, OR

Average snowfall in March - Rainier, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Rainier, OR

Average snowfall days in March - Rainier, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rainier, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Rainier, OR

Average sunshine days in March - Rainier, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Rainier, OR

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Rainier, OR

Average cloud cover in March - Rainier, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 65

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in March
Rainier, OR

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

The month with the highest visibility is August (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (4mi).

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