Early spring · Weather & things to do
Astoria in March
Astoria edges warmer than February, with highs of 51°F (11°C), lows of 41°F (5°C) and about 8.3 in (212 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 40/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 51°F (11°C)
- Avg low
- 41°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 8.3 in (212 mm)
- Humidity
- 88%
- Cloud cover
- 80%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 36 min
- Comfort score
- 40/100 · Tough
What March feels like
Afternoons only reach about 51°F (11°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
Nights cool to an average low of 41°F (5°C).
Expect regular rain: about 8.3 in (212 mm) falls in the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 80%.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are July – September.
- Comfort holds steady from February (42 → 40/100).
- Our Oregon Coast Hideaways route recommends May – Sep, so March falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for March
- Insulated jackethighs only 51°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes8.3 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Astoria in March
With 8.3 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Bowpicker Fish & Chips
Albacore tuna fish and chips served from a converted gillnet boat.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 8.3 in of rain.
Blue Scorcher Bakery Café
Worker-owned bakery for breads, pastries and breakfast with organic ingredients.
Why now Easy to slot in when March's rain moves in.
Buoy Beer Company
Brewpub on a cannery pier with a glass floor panel over sea lions below.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter March days.
Fort George Brewery
Brewery and pizza-and-pub-food spot in a 1920s auto garage downtown.
Columbia River Maritime Museum
Museum on the 'Graveyard of the Pacific' river bar, with a lightship you can board.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 8.3 in of rain.
Nearby in March
- Cannon Beach in March~21 mi · highs 51°F, 8.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Portland in March~72 mi · highs 53°F, 7.0 in rain · 1°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
- Olympic NP in March~112 mi · highs 34°F, 8.8 in rain or snow · 9°C (17°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Bainbridge Island in March~117 mi · highs 52°F, 5.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~165 m to Astoria's ~7 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Astoria in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Astoria?
It's middling, scoring 40/100. The best months are July – September, at up to 94. Expect highs of 51°F (11°C) and 8.3 in (212 mm) of rain. Our Oregon Coast Hideaways route recommends May – Sep, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Astoria in March?
Average highs are 51°F (11°C) and average lows 41°F (5°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Astoria in March?
Yes: about 8.3 in (212 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 70.2 in (1782 mm).
What should I pack for Astoria in March?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 51°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (8.3 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Astoria in March?
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