March weather forecast
Ritzville, WA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Ritzville, Washington, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from February's cold 39.7°F (4.3°C) to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). Ritzville's average low-temperature during March nights is observed to be an icy 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the most rainfall in Ritzville. Rain falls for 13.6 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, September through December. In Ritzville, in March, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow. In Ritzville, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.2 days and aggregates up to 12.48" (317mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March in Ritzville, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:39 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 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

In March, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

In Ritzville, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Ritzville?

In March, in Ritzville, the average high-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ritzville?

In March, the average relative humidity in Ritzville, Washington, is 71%.

What is the wettest month in Ritzville?

The month with the most rainfall in Ritzville is March, when the rain falls for 13.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March in Ritzville?

In March, in Ritzville, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Ritzville in March?

In Ritzville, in March, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Ritzville?

On the first day of March in Ritzville, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:39 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:22 pm PDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Ritzville?

In Ritzville, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Ritzville, WA

Average temperature in March - Ritzville, WA
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Ritzville, WA

Average pressure in March - Ritzville, WA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Ritzville, WA

Average wind speed in March - Ritzville, WA
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Ritzville, WA

Average humidity in March - Ritzville, WA
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (34%).

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Average rainfall in March
Ritzville, WA

Average rainfall in March - Ritzville, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in March
Ritzville, WA

Average rainfall days in March - Ritzville, WA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Ritzville, WA

Average snowfall in March - Ritzville, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Ritzville, WA

Average snowfall days in March - Ritzville, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.8 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
Ritzville, WA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ritzville, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Ritzville, WA

Average sunshine days in March - Ritzville, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Ritzville, WA

Average UV index in March - Ritzville, WA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Ritzville, WA

Average cloud cover in March - Ritzville, WA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in March
Ritzville, WA

Average visibility in March - Ritzville, WA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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