March weather forecast
University Place, WA

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Weather in March

Temperatures rise to a peak of 51.8°F (11°C) as March makes its appearance in University Place. Rainfall slightly increases, transitioning from 2.83" (72mm) in February to 3.07" (78mm), but snowfall drops significantly. The sun starts to grace the city steadily, giving way to longer days and more clear skies for the residents. March is a delicate blend of cold and touches of warmth, whilst holding on to vestiges of winter. It serves as a prelude to the blooming beauty of spring.

Temperature

The onset of March manifests an average high-temperature of a fresh 51.8°F (11°C), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. During the month of March, University Place anticipates a mean low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In University Place, Washington, in March, it is raining for 20.1 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. In University Place, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.9 days and collects up to 30.08" (764mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.7 snowfall days, in March, University Place aggregates 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In University Place, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.9 days and aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March in University Place, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:39 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 University Place, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in University Place, Washington, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. 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 are the temperatures in University Place in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in University Place, is 51.8°F (11°C), while the average low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in University Place?

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

How much does it rain in University Place in March?

In March, the rain falls for 20.1 days. Throughout March, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in University Place?

March is the last month it regularly snows in University Place, Washington. During 1.7 snowfall days, in March, University Place aggregates 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in University Place?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in University Place?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST. On the last day of the month, in University Place, Washington, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:39 pm PDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in University Place, Washington, is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in University Place?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in University Place, Washington, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
University Place, WA

Average temperature in March - University Place, WA
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.7°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (34.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
University Place, WA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March, August and September (30.01"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
University Place, WA

Average wind speed in March - University Place, 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 (3.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
University Place, WA

Average humidity in March - University Place, WA
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

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Average rainfall in March
University Place, WA

Average rainfall in March - University Place, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in March
University Place, WA

Average rainfall days in March - University Place, WA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
University Place, WA

Average snowfall in March - University Place, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
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
University Place, WA

Average snowfall days in March - University Place, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.7 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, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
University Place, WA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - University Place, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
University Place, WA

Average sunshine days in March - University Place, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

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Average UV index in March
University Place, WA

Average UV index in March - University Place, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
University Place, WA

Average cloud cover in March - University Place, WA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
University Place, WA

Average visibility in March - University Place, WA
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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