March Weather in Portland

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Portland, United States, during March is characterized by an average temperature of 20°C (68°F). Highs can soar to 29°C (84°F), while lows may dip to 7°C (45°F). Typically, the humidity level in Portland throughout March hovers around 79%.

7°C (45°F)

Minimum temperature

20°C (68°F)

Average temperature

29°C (84°F)

Maximum temperature

79%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In March, Portland averages 52 mm (2.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 7 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 0 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 7 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 44% probability of sunny days during this period.

52 mm (2.1 inches)

Precipitation

7 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 7 minutes

Sunshine hours

44%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In March, the UV Index in Portland reaches a maximum of 9, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 3 5 8 9 9 9 8 5 3 1 1
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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