March weather forecastOcean Shores, WA
March
Weather in March
The arrival of March in Ocean Shores signals a moderately warm climate and the awaited onset of the spring season. The temperature climbs slightly more than February, and the rainfall maintains a steady pace. An almost consistent humidity mapping endorses the smooth transition of weather from winter to spring. March's weather marks the end of the cold climate allowing a subtle hint of the warm days to follow. A noteworthy feature of March is the increase in daylight hours, promising longer days ahead.Temperature
The average high-temperature in March, at a still chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C), reveals a modest deviation from February's 46.9°F (8.3°C). Ocean Shores, in March, logs an average low-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C), a subtle step down from daytime readings.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 83%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 17.9 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ocean Shores, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.8 days and collects up to 19.41" (493mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and November are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Ocean Shores aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.3 snowfall days, and 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In March, the average ocean temperature is 50°F (10°C).Note: Danger awaits those who swim in 50°F (10°C) without protection. Falling below 50°F (10°C) means intense cold shock and hyperventilation.
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:02 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:45 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 in Ocean Shores is 5.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In March, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average high temperature in March: 49.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (65.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 41.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (39.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average pressure in March: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (30"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average humidity in March: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and June (81%).
Average rainfall in March
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average rainfall in March: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.24").
Average rainfall days in March
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average rainfall days in March: 17.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.6 days).
Average snowfall in March
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average sea temperature in March: 50°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (61°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (48°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average sunshine days in March: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average cloud cover in March: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in March
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).
