March weather forecast
Port Angeles, WA

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The sky is dense with gray clouds, but the rising sun
The sky is dense with gray clouds, but the rising sun's rays seep through and fall on the high pier on the water in Port Angeles, Washington

Weather in March

A perceptible shift towards spring starts to occur in March. Though the snow melts away, the rainfall persists, leading to relatively moist soil. The increase in daylight hours per day marks the transition towards longer days. There's also a notable rise in sea temperature, hinting at the seasonal change. Nevertheless, the remained quite cool relative to the later months.

Temperature

Port Angeles's weather in March, with an average high-temperature of a chilly 43°F (6.1°C), subtly shifts from February's 40.1°F (4.5°C). During March, Port Angeles experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

In Port Angeles, Washington, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.

Rainfall

In Port Angeles, during March, the rain falls for 22.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 196.3 rainfall days, and 39.13" (994mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Port Angeles, Washington. During 2.1 snowfall days, in March, Port Angeles aggregates 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In Port Angeles, Washington, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.2 days and aggregates up to 9.02" (229mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Port Angeles, in March, the average water temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C).
Note: It is life-risking to swim in 45.9°F (7.7°C). Briefly staying in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels unsettling, and temperatures below 50°F (10°C) might result in cold shock and loss of breath control, hinging on personal endurance.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PST. On the last day of March, in Port Angeles, Washington, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:43 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 Port Angeles is 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Port Angeles are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Port Angeles during March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Port Angeles, is 43°F (6.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Port Angeles?

The average relative humidity in March is 86%.

How much does it rain in Port Angeles in March?

In Port Angeles, during March, the rain falls for 22.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Port Angeles?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Port Angeles. During 2.1 snowfall days, in March, Port Angeles aggregates 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in March in Port Angeles?

In Port Angeles, the average seawater temperature in March is 45.9°F (7.7°C). Swimming in 45.9°F (7.7°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in March in Port Angeles?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Port Angeles?

On the first day of March in Port Angeles, Washington, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:43 pm PDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Port Angeles?

In Port Angeles, Washington, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Port Angeles?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Port Angeles, Washington.

How high is the UV index in March in Port Angeles?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Feb
March
Apr
Average high temperature
40.1°F 4.5°C
43°F 6.1°C
48°F 8.9°C
Average low temperature
31.5°F -0.3°C
32.9°F 0.5°C
36.5°F 2.5°C
Average pressure
30.04" 763mmHg
30" 762mmHg
30.05" 763mmHg
Average wind speed
5mph 8km/h
5mph 8km/h
4.8mph 7.7km/h
Average max. wind speed
5.7mph 9.2km/h
5.5mph 8.9km/h
5.5mph 8.9km/h
Average wind speed gusts
8mph 12.9km/h
7.8mph 12.6km/h
7.3mph 11.7km/h
Average humidity
87%
86%
83%
Average rainfall
4.21" 107mm
3.98" 101mm
2.68" 68mm
Average rainfall days
17.5
22.7
20.5
Average snowfall
4.72" 120mm
1.02" 26mm
0" 0mm
Average snowfall days
4.6
2.1
0.3
Average sea temperature
45.2°F 7.3°C
45.8°F 7.7°C
45.8°F 7.7°C
Average daylight
10h 2min
11h 5min
13h 4min
Average sunshine
4h 1min
5h 5min
7h 5min
Average sunshine days
6.8
6.3
7.8
Average UV index
2
2
3
Average cloud cover
58%
56%
50%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
5mi 8km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in March
Port Angeles, WA

Average temperature in March - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (67.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Port Angeles, WA

Average pressure in March - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and July (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (30"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Port Angeles, WA

Average wind speed in March - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average wind speed in March: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Port Angeles, WA

Average humidity in March - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Port Angeles, WA

Average rainfall in March - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (6.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in March
Port Angeles, WA

Average rainfall days in March - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 22.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Port Angeles, WA

Average snowfall in March - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Port Angeles, WA

Average snowfall days in March - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 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
Port Angeles, WA

Average sea temperature in March - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 45.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (52.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.2°F).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Port Angeles, WA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Port Angeles, 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: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Port Angeles, WA

Average sunshine days in March - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (6.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Port Angeles, WA

Average UV index in March - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Port Angeles, WA

Average cloud cover in March - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in March
Port Angeles, WA

Average visibility in March - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (5mi).

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