March 17 sees frequent showers in Portland. Historical data shows a 40% chance of rain, so pack accordingly. Temperatures average 13°C. It's a lively time to explore Portland, with most attractions operating at full capacity.
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Essential Travel Info for Portland
Currency
USD
$ United States dollar
Language
English
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
Portland Weather Forecast for March 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 12.5°C. 40% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Portland in March
Based on historical data for March 17, Portland typically experiences temperatures between 3.3°C and 12.5°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. With a 40% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Portland
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Umbrella
Average High
12.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
3.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
11.8°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
40%
Avg 3.4mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~40% chance
Pressure
1017.9 hPa
Medium volatility
Portland Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 90% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 38 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 57 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 95 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
8.8°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
Busy
69/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~225
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Portland
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:20
☀️ Noon
12:20
🌇 Sunset
18:19
⏱️ Daylight
11h 59m
Wind Speed
13.7 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
78%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Portland
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
Volcanic Activity
Nearest: Mount St. Helens
84km away
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Portland on March 17 averages 12.5°C with a 40% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 68/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Portland Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Portland Worth Visiting on March 17?
Planning a trip to Portland on March 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 12.5°C with a 40% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 225 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest March 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 20.2°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to -1°C in 2021.