March weather - Spring 2024

Weather in March
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Average pressure in March
Average wind speed in March
Average humidity in March
Average rainfall in March
Average rainfall days in March
Average snowfall in March
Average snowfall days in March
Average daylight in March
Average sunshine in March
Average sunshine days in March
Average UV index in March
Average cloud cover in March
Average visibility in March

The calm city of Medford in Oregon, with a view of the clear roads and the colorful trees with the fall foliage beauty

Weather in March

March ushers in the spring season in Medford, with a gradual increase in daily sunshine hours. Temperatures climb higher compared to February, oscillating between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 51.3°F (10.7°C). A perceptible shift in weather patterns marks the transition to the warmer seasons. As the snow melts away, the city anticipates a bloom in flora, signaling the incoming spring-summer transition. Although the weather remains cold, the light at the end of the wintry tunnel is in sight.

Temperature

March's presence records an average high-temperature of a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C), closely mirroring February's climate. Throughout March, Medford encounters an average temperature drop to a cold 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

In Medford, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Medford, in March, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 130.2 rainfall days, and 19.17" (487mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Medford are January through April, November and December. In Medford, in March, during 3 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 14.2 snowfall days, and 8.15" (207mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Medford, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:02 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:36 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 Medford, the average sunshine in March is 7.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C) and a low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Medford, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout March, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Medford?

In Medford, in March, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Medford, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:02 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:36 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.2h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

48°F 8.9°C

51.3°F 10.7°C

57.2°F 14°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

4.3mph 6.9km/h

4.6mph 7.4km/h

4.7mph 7.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

11.8

11.2

12.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Medford, OR

Average high temperature in March: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.4°F).

Average low temperature in March: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (29.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Medford, OR

Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Medford, OR

Average wind speed in March: 4.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (4.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August, September and October (3.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Medford, OR

Average humidity in March: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (59%).

Average rainfall in March
Medford, OR

Average rainfall in March: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Medford, OR

Average rainfall days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Medford, OR

Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Medford, OR

Average snowfall days in March: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Medford, OR

Average sunshine days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (11.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Medford, OR

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).

Average cloud cover in March
Medford, OR

Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in March
Medford, OR

Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

March weather forecast
Medford, OR

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