March weather forecast
The Dalles, OR

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Weather in March

March marks the onset of spring in The Dalles, Oregon, with a noticeable improvement in weather conditions compared to February. The entertainment shifts from snowfall to rainfall, reaching the third highest level of the year at 1.97" (50mm) spread over 16.3 days. This month's weather welcomes the bloom of first spring blossoms, while the increasing sunshine duration points towards the approaching summer. Despite erratic rainy days, March presents people with ample opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities.

Temperature

March's arrival in The Dalles brings a slight change in high-temperatures, adjusting from a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C) in February to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). The Dalles's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 32.2°F (0.1°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in The Dalles, Oregon, is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, in The Dalles, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout March, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In The Dalles, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.5 days and collects up to 16.93" (430mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in The Dalles, Oregon. During 1.6 snowfall days, in March, The Dalles aggregates 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In The Dalles, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.3 days and aggregates up to 11.06" (281mm) of snow.

Daylight

In The Dalles, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:52 pm PST. On the last day of March, in The Dalles, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:32 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 The Dalles, Oregon, the average sunshine in March is 7.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in The Dalles?

The high-temperature, in March, in The Dalles, is 47.3°F (8.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.2°F (0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in The Dalles?

In The Dalles, Oregon, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in The Dalles?

In The Dalles, Oregon, during March, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in The Dalles?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.6 snowfall days, in March, The Dalles aggregates 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does The Dalles have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in The Dalles?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:52 pm PST. On the last day of the month, in The Dalles, Oregon, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:32 pm PDT.

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

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

In The Dalles, Oregon, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in The Dalles?

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

Average temperature in March - The Dalles, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
The Dalles, OR

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
The Dalles, OR

Average wind speed in March - The Dalles, OR
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
The Dalles, OR

Average humidity in March - The Dalles, OR
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (51%).

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Average rainfall in March
The Dalles, OR

Average rainfall in March - The Dalles, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.16").

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Average rainfall days in March
The Dalles, OR

Average rainfall days in March - The Dalles, OR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
The Dalles, OR

Average snowfall in March - The Dalles, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
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
The Dalles, OR

Average snowfall days in March - The Dalles, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.4 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
The Dalles, OR

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - The Dalles, 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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
The Dalles, OR

Average sunshine days in March - The Dalles, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
The Dalles, OR

Average UV index in March - The Dalles, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
The Dalles, OR

Average cloud cover in March - The Dalles, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in March
The Dalles, OR

Average visibility in March - The Dalles, OR
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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