March is a very cold and very rainy time for sunbathing in Oregon, and not recommended. March is too cold for swimming in Oregon for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Oregon in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.
The average maximum temperature in Oregon in March is 12°. The average maximum temperature is 11° in the previous month and 13° in the next month.
The average temperature in Oregon in March is 8°. The average temperature ranges is 7° in the previous month and 9° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Oregon in March is 5°. The minimum temperature is 4° in the previous month and 5° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Oregon in March are 11.9 and there are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day on average during March making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Oregon in March is typically 4.1 during March. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Oregon in March is 8.1° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.
The average total rainfall in Oregon in March is 16cm and on average there are 23.7 rainy days in March making it a very wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Oregon in March is 7° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 6° in the previous month and 8° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Oregon in March is typically 96.3%. The maximum relative humidity is 95.3% in the previous month and 96.2% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Oregon in March is typically 82.5%. The average relative humidity is 81.5% in the previous month and 81% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Oregon in March is typically 31kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 29kmh in the previous month and 28kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Oregon in March is typically 13kmh. The average wind speed is 13kmh in the previous month and 11kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Oregon in March is from the South-Southwest.
