March weather forecastAnacortes, WA
March
Weather in March
Entering March, Anacortes's weather conditions hint at a transition from winter to spring. The city greets the month with modestly rising temperatures bringing a slight respite from the winter chill. Accompanying the rise in temperatures is a decrease in snowfall, recorded at an average of 0.87" (22mm). As this snow gradually melts away, the city prepares to welcome the colors of spring. Overall, March in Anacortes is a moment of shift, offering a mild and comfortable climate to its residents.Temperature
The beginning of March in Anacortes, Washington, records an average high-temperature of a still frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C), marking a negligible difference from February's 45.1°F (7.3°C). In Anacortes, the March nights are characterized by an average low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C), a minor dip from daytime readings.Humidity
In Anacortes, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.Rainfall
In Anacortes, during March, the rain falls for 20.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. In Anacortes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.3 days and collects up to 30.2" (767mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated. In Anacortes, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.4 days and aggregates up to 5.98" (152mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Anacortes, in March, the average water temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).Note: Beware of 45.1°F (7.3°C) waters at 55.4°F (13°C), they're uninviting, and a dip below 50°F (10°C) has risks of breath loss and cold shock, contingent on health.
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:55 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:40 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 6h.UV index
In Anacortes, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Anacortes, WA
- Average high temperature in March: 48.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 40.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (38.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Anacortes, WA
- Average pressure in March: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (30"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Anacortes, WA
- Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Anacortes, WA
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Anacortes, WA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.95"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.59").
Average rainfall days in March
Anacortes, WA
- 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 August (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Anacortes, WA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.87"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Anacortes, WA
- Average snowfall days in March: 1.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Anacortes, WA
- Average sea temperature in March: 45.1°F
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (52.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (44.5°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Anacortes, WA
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Anacortes, WA
- Average sunshine days in March: 9.1 days
The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Anacortes, WA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Anacortes, WA
- Average cloud cover in March: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in March
Anacortes, WA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
