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Olympic National Park Weather in March

Thinking of visiting Olympic National Park in March? Expect low temperatures reaching 5°C (41°F) during the day, dropping to -2°C (28°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.

Rainfall in Olympic National Park in March

Olympic National Park is in the rainy season in March, with rain on around 25 days and an average of 264 mm (10 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.

Temperature in Olympic National Park in March

Daytime highs in Olympic National Park in March reach 5°C (41°F), with nights around -2°C (28°F). Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. Nights drop below freezing to -2°C (28°F). An extra blanket is worth packing if you're unsure about the heating where you're staying.

Sunshine in Olympic National Park in March

The city usually sees around 150 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period (despite it being part of rainy season).

March in Olympic National Park has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Olympic National Park Temperature in March

Min Temperature
-2°C (28°F)
Max Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Chance of Rain
82%
Precipitation
264 mm (10 in)
Rainy days
25 days
Humidity
66% *
Sunshine
150 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
41% *
* Data from: Victoria, Canada (52 KM, 32 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Olympic National Park in March

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Olympic National Park in March. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Olympic National Park in March

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    3/10
  • Walking
    3/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    3/10

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