March weather forecastKent, WA
March
Weather in March
March sees a turning point in Kent, Washington’s weather as the gloom starts to recede and inklings of early spring begin to show. The rise in daylight hours to 12 and an uptick in sunshine hours herald the departing winter. Despite being one of the rainiest months with 3.23" (82mm) of rainfall, the weather feels a bit better with rising temperatures. As the snow disappears offering a clear and crisp landscape, March facilitates the blooming of the first touches of cherry blossoms. An umbrella is still essential to deal with the amplified precipitation.Temperature
Kent records an average high-temperature of a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in March, maintaining a close correlation with February's 45.3°F (7.4°C). During March, the temperature is averaged to a low of 36.1°F (2.3°C) at night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 83%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 20.4 days. Throughout March, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kent, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.7 days and collects up to 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in March, Kent aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 8 snowfall days, and 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:54 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:37 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 6.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Kent, WA
- Average high temperature in March: 50.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (33.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Kent, WA
- Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (30"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Kent, WA
- Average wind speed in March: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).
Average humidity in March
Kent, WA
- Average humidity in March: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).
Average rainfall in March
Kent, WA
- Average rainfall in March: 3.23"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").
Average rainfall days in March
Kent, WA
- Average rainfall days in March: 20.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Kent, WA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Kent, WA
- Average snowfall days in March: 1.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Kent, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Kent, WA
- Average sunshine days in March: 9.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.9 days).
Average UV index in March
Kent, WA
- 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Kent, WA
- Average cloud cover in March: 54
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
Kent, WA
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (5mi).
