Mount Rainier National Park weather in March (Washington State, United States of America)
Planning a trip to Mount Rainier National Park in March? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.
In March, Mount Rainier National Park generally has very low temperatures and heavy snowfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -4°C, while night temperatures can drop to -13°C. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.
Mount Rainier National Park in March falls under the rainy season with heavy snowfall, averaging around 539 mm for the month. It records the year's peak snowfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 27 days of the month will see snowfall.
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 189 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Mount Rainier National Park . July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Mount Rainier National Park climate page with graphs.
Mount Rainier National Park , monthly averages in March
Min Temperature
-13°C
Max Temperature
-4°C
Chance of Rain
90%
Precipitation
539 mm
Rainy days
27 days
Sunshine
189 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
49% *
Where to go in the United States of America in March
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So, what should you wear in Mount Rainier National Park in March?
Visitors traveling to Mount Rainier National Park should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in March.
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