March weather forecast
Shelton, WA

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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

March brings an average high-temperature of a still frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C), nearly identical to the preceding month. Shelton, during March nights, observes an average temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 21.4 days. Throughout March, 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shelton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.4 days and collects up to 42.87" (1089mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shelton are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Shelton, Washington. During 1.5 snowfall days, in March, Shelton aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Shelton, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.1 days and aggregates up to 5.59" (142mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Shelton, the average length of the day in March 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 March, the average sunshine in Shelton is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Shelton, Washington, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Shelton in March?

The high-temperature in Shelton, Washington, during March is 49.1°F (9.5°C) and the low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Shelton?

In Shelton, Washington, the average relative humidity in March is 87%.

How many days does it rain in March in Shelton?

In Shelton, in March, it is raining for 21.4 days, with typically 4.37" (111mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Shelton?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Shelton. During 1.5 snowfall days, in March, Shelton aggregates 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shelton have in March?

The average day length in March in Shelton is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Shelton?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PST. On the last day of the month, in Shelton, Washington, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:41 pm PDT.

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

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

In Shelton, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Shelton?

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

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).

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Average pressure in March
Shelton, WA

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).

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Average wind speed in March
Shelton, WA

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).

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Average humidity in March
Shelton, WA

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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Shelton, WA

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").

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Average rainfall days in March
Shelton, WA

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).

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Average snowfall in March
Shelton, WA

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").

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Average snowfall days in March
Shelton, WA

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).

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

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 3min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Shelton, WA

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).

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Average UV index in March
Shelton, WA

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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Shelton, WA

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).

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Average visibility in March
Shelton, WA

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).

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