March weather forecast
Sammamish, WA

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Dense pine tree cover and houses in the town of Sammamish, Washington, in the Pine Lake area
Dense pine tree cover and houses in the town of Sammamish, Washington, in the Pine Lake area

Weather in March

Weather in March is characterised by a considerable rise in temperatures. As compared to February, the amount of snowfall drastically falls, indicating the retreat of winter and the arrival of spring. Although rainfall continues its steady course with minor variations from February, the amount of snowfall reduces to 0.63" (16mm) this month, a testament to the waning winter season. The increasing daylight hours from the previous month along with an increase of UV index provide more opportunities for outdoor activities, recreations and sightseeing. The wind speed takes a bump too, reaching 4.8mph (7.7km/h), and offering a refreshing respite from the warmer temperatures.

Temperature

Sammamish experiences a transition to a cool 50°F (10°C) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of March, not greatly differing from February's 45.1°F (7.3°C). In Sammamish, the expected average low-temperature for March is an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

In Sammamish, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Sammamish, in March, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sammamish, there are 136.7 rainfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout March, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sammamish, there are 9.3 snowfall days, and 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sammamish, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PST. On the last day of March, in Sammamish, sunrise is at 6:46 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 6.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Sammamish is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Sammamish?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sammamish, Washington, during March are 50°F (10°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Sammamish?

In Sammamish, Washington, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March in Sammamish?

In March, in Sammamish, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Sammamish?

In Sammamish, Washington, during March, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sammamish have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Sammamish?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PST. On the last day of the month, in Sammamish, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:37 pm PDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Sammamish, Washington, is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in March in Sammamish?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Sammamish is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Sammamish, WA

Average temperature in March - Sammamish, WA
  • Average high temperature in March: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (33.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Sammamish, WA

Average pressure in March - Sammamish, 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Sammamish, WA

Average wind speed in March - Sammamish, WA
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
Sammamish, WA

Average humidity in March - Sammamish, 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 (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Sammamish, WA

Average rainfall in March - Sammamish, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.85").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in March
Sammamish, WA

Average rainfall days in March - Sammamish, WA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Sammamish, WA

Average snowfall in March - Sammamish, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Sammamish, WA

Average snowfall days in March - Sammamish, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sammamish, WA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sammamish, WA
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Sammamish, WA

Average sunshine days in March - Sammamish, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (13.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Sammamish, WA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
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
Sammamish, WA

Average cloud cover in March - Sammamish, 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 26).

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Average visibility in March
Sammamish, WA

Average visibility in March - Sammamish, 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).

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