March weather forecast
West Richland, WA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in West Richland, Washington, with an average temperature ranging between max 54.7°F (12.6°C) and min 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C) to a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C). West Richland experiences a mean temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 64%.

Rainfall

In West Richland, Washington, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Richland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.2 days and collects up to 7.05" (179mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in West Richland. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, West Richland aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In West Richland, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.4 days and aggregates up to 5.35" (136mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:44 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:25 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 West Richland, the average sunshine in March is 7.8h.

UV index

In West Richland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for West Richland in March?

During March, West Richland experiences an average high-temperature of 54.7°F (12.6°C) and a low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in West Richland?

In March, the average relative humidity is 64%.

How many days does it rain in March in West Richland?

In West Richland, Washington, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in West Richland?

March is the last month it regularly snows in West Richland. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, West Richland aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in West Richland?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in West Richland?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:44 pm PST. On the last day of the month, in West Richland, Washington, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:25 pm PDT.

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

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

In West Richland, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in West Richland?

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

Average temperature in March - West Richland, WA
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
West Richland, WA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
West Richland, WA

Average wind speed in March - West Richland, WA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
West Richland, WA

Average humidity in March - West Richland, WA
  • Average humidity in March: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (35%).

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Average rainfall in March
West Richland, WA

Average rainfall in March - West Richland, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.94").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in March
West Richland, WA

Average rainfall days in March - West Richland, WA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
West Richland, WA

Average snowfall in March - West Richland, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
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
West Richland, WA

Average snowfall days in March - West Richland, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
West Richland, WA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Richland, WA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
West Richland, WA

Average sunshine days in March - West Richland, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and March (15.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
West Richland, WA

Average UV index in March - West Richland, 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
West Richland, WA

Average cloud cover in March - West Richland, WA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in March
West Richland, WA

Average visibility in March - West Richland, WA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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