March weather forecastDes Moines, WA
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Des Moines, Washington, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 37.2°F (2.9°C).Temperature
Des Moines's average high-temperature in March is a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C), indicating a subtle variation from February. During March, Des Moines consistently records a temperature low averaging an icy 37.2°F (2.9°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Des Moines is 82%.Rainfall
In Des Moines, Washington, in March, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Des Moines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.2 days and collects up to 14.09" (358mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Des Moines. During 1.8 snowfall days, in March, Des Moines aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 9.8 snowfall days, and 4.72" (120mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Des Moines, the average seawater temperature in March is 46°F (7.8°C).Note: In 46°F (7.8°C), cold shock and rapid breathing can occur when swimming at temperatures below 50°F (10°C).
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Des Moines is 11h and 57min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:55 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:38 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 Des Moines, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Des Moines, WA
- Average high temperature in March: 51.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 37.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Des Moines, WA
- Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March, August and September (30.01"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Des Moines, WA
- Average wind speed in March: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (3.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Des Moines, WA
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).
Average rainfall in March
Des Moines, WA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").
Average rainfall days in March
Des Moines, WA
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Des Moines, WA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Des Moines, WA
- Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Des Moines, WA
- Average sea temperature in March: 46°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.8°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Des Moines, WA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Des Moines, WA
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13 days).
Average UV index in March
Des Moines, WA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Des Moines, WA
- Average cloud cover in March: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in March
Des Moines, WA
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (5mi).
