March weather forecast
Hermiston, OR

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Weather in March

March brings the onset of the spring season in Hermiston, Oregon. Shaking off the biting cold of winter, the weather warms considerably with a decrease in snowfall quantities. Daylight hours extend, and sunshine permeates the skies more frequently, signaling the retreat of the winter chill. The most noteworthy aspect of this transitional month's weather is the relatively high rainfall incidence, representing a significant increase from February to 1.06" (27mm). March retains some lingering cold from the winter season, holding a final farewell before embracing the full bloom of spring.

Temperature

A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of March, moving from a frosty 45°F (7.2°C) in February to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). The average temperature during March nights is registered at an icy 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 65%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are March and December, with an average 1.06" (27mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, September, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.2 snowfall days, in March, Hermiston aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12 snowfall days, and 6.06" (154mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:44 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Hermiston, the average sunshine in March is 7.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In Hermiston, 53.2°F (11.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 37.9°F (3.3°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 65%.

What is the wettest month?

The months with the most rainfall are March and December, with an average 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Hermiston, in March, during 14.5 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.2 snowfall days, in March, Hermiston aggregates 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

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, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:24 pm PDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, 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 Hermiston, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Hermiston, OR

Average temperature in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (28.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Hermiston, OR

Average pressure in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Hermiston, OR

Average wind speed in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Hermiston, OR

Average humidity in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average humidity in March: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (36%).

Average rainfall in March
Hermiston, OR

Average rainfall in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and December (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.16").

Average rainfall days in March
Hermiston, OR

Average rainfall days in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hermiston, OR

Average snowfall in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Hermiston, OR

Average snowfall days in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Hermiston, OR

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hermiston, OR
  • 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hermiston, OR

Average sunshine days in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Hermiston, OR

Average UV index in March - Hermiston, OR
  • 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).

Average cloud cover in March
Hermiston, OR

Average cloud cover in March - Hermiston, OR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in March
Hermiston, OR

Average visibility in March - Hermiston, OR
  • 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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