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Olympia Weather in March

Olympia in March sees low temperatures, with highs around 12°C (54°F) and overnight lows of 2°C (36°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 178 mm (7 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Olympia in March

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 24 days with rain, averaging 178 mm (7 in) for the month. Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.

Temperature in Olympia in March

March in Olympia brings typical temperatures with highs around 12°C (54°F) and lows of 2°C (36°F). Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. With lows around 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Olympia in March

The city usually sees around 189 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

March in Olympia 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.

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Olympia Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C (54°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 80%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 178 mm (7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 24 days  
SunshineSunshine 189 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 49% *  
* Data from: Tacoma, the United States of America (41 KM, 25 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in March

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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 Olympia in March

Pack for changing conditions in Olympia in March. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Olympia in March

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

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

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