March weather forecastRenton, WA
March
Weather in March
When March hits, Renton starts witnessing warmer temperatures, but it isn't a striking contrast to February. Consequently, less warm clothing is needed, and daily outdoor activities become more appealing. Sporting a drop in both relative humidity and cloud percentage to 82% and 55% respectively, clearer skies dominate March and yield a noticeable rise in sunshine hours to 6.1 hours per day. Breezes veer towards the fresher side, the wind speed reaching a robust 5.2mph (8.4km/h). A decrease in monthly snowfall is expected, which reaches only 0.16" (4mm), signaling an end to winter's stark, frosty appeal.Temperature
The shift into March reveals an average high-temperature of a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C), closely mirroring February's climate. In March, the temperature in Renton drops to an average of 36.7°F (2.6°C) at night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 82%.Rainfall
In Renton, in March, during 11.9 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 100.6 rainfall days, and 7.6" (193mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Renton are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Renton, Washington. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Renton aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Renton, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.9 days and aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.Daylight
In Renton, the average length of the day in March 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
In Renton, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.UV index
In Renton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Renton, WA
- Average high temperature in March: 51.1°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 36.7°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 (34.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Renton, 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
Renton, WA
- Average wind speed in March: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Renton, WA
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (68%).
Average rainfall in March
Renton, WA
- Average rainfall in March: 0.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.12").
Average rainfall days in March
Renton, WA
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Renton, WA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Renton, WA
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Renton, 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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Renton, WA
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Renton, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Renton, WA
- Average cloud cover in March: 55
The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in March
Renton, 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).
