March weather forecastShelton, WA
March
Weather in March
March brings a gradual transition into spring. Despite the temperature shift, it registers the highest rainfall in the first quarter with a substantial 4.37" (111mm). This increase in rainfall reflects the beginning of the spring showers that are a standard component of Shelton's weather. The days gradually lengthen, and Shelton residents start to see more sun. By the end of the month, signs of the impending spring are in full swing.Temperature
Shelton marks the onset of March with an average high-temperature of a still chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C), subtly divergent from February's 44.8°F (7.1°C). During March, Shelton records an average temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) at night.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 87%.Rainfall
In Shelton, in March, during 21.4 rainfall days, 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 185.4 rainfall days, and 42.87" (1089mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.5 snowfall days, in March, Shelton aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 9.1 snowfall days, and 5.59" (142mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Shelton is 11h and 57min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Shelton, the average sunshine in March 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 medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Shelton, WA
- Average high temperature in March: 49.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 34.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (32.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Shelton, WA
- Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (30.01"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Shelton, WA
- Average wind speed in March: 4.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (4.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.4mph).
Average humidity in March
Shelton, WA
- Average humidity in March: 87%
The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Shelton, WA
- Average rainfall in March: 4.37"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (7.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.43").
Average rainfall days in March
Shelton, WA
- Average rainfall days in March: 21.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Shelton, WA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Shelton, WA
- Average snowfall days in March: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
Shelton, 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: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Shelton, WA
- Average sunshine days in March: 7.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Shelton, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Shelton, WA
- Average cloud cover in March: 61
The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Shelton, WA
- Average visibility in March: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (4mi).
