March weather forecast
Gifford, WA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Gifford, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

Gifford experiences a minor temperature shift with the start of March, with average high-temperatures moving from 33.4°F (0.8°C) in February to a still wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C). An average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) is observed during March nights in Gifford.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Gifford is 84%.

Rainfall

In Gifford, Washington, during March, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 86.5 rainfall days, and 6.42" (163mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gifford are January through April, September, November and December. In Gifford, during March, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Gifford, there are 24.6 snowfall days, and 6.38" (162mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gifford, Washington, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:37 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:22 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 in Gifford is 6.1h.

UV index

In Gifford, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Gifford in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Gifford, is 42.3°F (5.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Gifford?

In March, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March in Gifford?

In Gifford, during March, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Gifford?

In Gifford, Washington, in March, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in March in Gifford, Washington, is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Gifford?

On the first day of March in Gifford, Washington, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:37 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:22 pm PDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Gifford is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Gifford?

In Gifford, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Gifford, WA

Average temperature in March - Gifford, WA
  • Average high temperature in March: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Gifford, WA

Average pressure in March - Gifford, WA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Gifford, WA

Average wind speed in March - Gifford, WA
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (4.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (3.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Gifford, WA

Average humidity in March - Gifford, WA
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

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Average rainfall in March
Gifford, WA

Average rainfall in March - Gifford, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in March
Gifford, WA

Average rainfall days in March - Gifford, WA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Gifford, WA

Average snowfall in March - Gifford, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Gifford, WA

Average snowfall days in March - Gifford, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Gifford, WA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Gifford, WA

Average sunshine days in March - Gifford, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Gifford, WA

Average UV index in March - Gifford, WA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Gifford, WA

Average cloud cover in March - Gifford, WA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in March
Gifford, WA

Average visibility in March - Gifford, WA
  • Average visibility in March: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (2mi).

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