March weather forecast
Birch Bay, WA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Birch Bay, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.8°F (3.8°C) and max 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Temperature

March's average high-temperature is a still frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C), maintaining a close comparison with February's 44.1°F (6.7°C). Throughout the month of March, the average temperature in Birch Bay dips to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C) at night.

Humidity

In Birch Bay, Washington, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

Rainfall

In Birch Bay, in March, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 4.65" (118mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Birch Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.1 days and collects up to 43.78" (1112mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Birch Bay. In Birch Bay, Washington, in March, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Birch Bay, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.5 days and aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Birch Bay, the average seawater temperature in March is 45.1°F (7.3°C).
Note: Danger awaits those who swim in 45.1°F (7.3°C) without protection. Falling below 50°F (10°C) means intense cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In Birch Bay, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:55 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:41 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 5.8h.

UV index

In Birch Bay, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Birch Bay in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Birch Bay, is 48.4°F (9.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Birch Bay?

In Birch Bay, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.

How many days does it rain in March in Birch Bay?

In Birch Bay, during March, the rain falls for 19.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Birch Bay?

In Birch Bay, in March, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in March in Birch Bay?

In March, the average ocean temperature in Birch Bay is 45.1°F (7.3°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in March in Birch Bay?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Birch Bay?

In March, on the first day of the month, 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 7:41 pm PDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Birch Bay, Washington, 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 Birch Bay have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Birch Bay?

In Birch Bay, Washington, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Birch Bay, WA

Average temperature in March - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (70°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (35.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Birch Bay, WA

Average pressure in March - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (30"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Birch Bay, WA

Average wind speed in March - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Birch Bay, WA

Average humidity in March - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average humidity in March: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and November (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Birch Bay, WA

Average rainfall in March - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 4.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (7.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in March
Birch Bay, WA

Average rainfall days in March - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Birch Bay, WA

Average snowfall in March - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Birch Bay, WA

Average snowfall days in March - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Birch Bay, WA

Average sea temperature in March - Birch Bay, 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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Birch Bay, WA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Birch Bay, WA

Average sunshine days in March - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Birch Bay, WA

Average UV index in March - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
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
Birch Bay, WA

Average cloud cover in March - Birch Bay, WA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in March
Birch Bay, WA

Average visibility in March - Birch Bay, 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).

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