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Bainbridge Island in March
Bainbridge Island warms up: highs climb to 52°F (11°C), from 47°F in February, with lows of 38°F (3°C) and about 5.4 in (138 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 51/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 52°F (11°C)
- Avg low
- 38°F (3°C)
- Rain
- 5.4 in (138 mm)
- Humidity
- 85%
- Cloud cover
- 79%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 35 min
- Comfort score
- 51/100 · Fair
What March feels like
Afternoons only reach about 52°F (11°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 38°F (3°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.4 in (138 mm) across the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 79%.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are June – September.
- Comfort holds steady from February (49 → 51/100).
- Our Puget Sound Islands route recommends May – Sep, so March falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for March
- Insulated jackethighs only 52°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Bainbridge Island in March
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Bloedel Reserve
150-acre gardens and forest, including a Japanese garden and moss garden.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best spring–fall.
Bainbridge Island Museum of Art
Free museum of Puget Sound contemporary art steps from the ferry.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 5.4 in of rain.
Harbour Public House
Pub on Eagle Harbor marina with local seafood and beer.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.4 in of rain.
Eleven Winery Tasting Room
Winslow tasting room of a Bainbridge winery founded in 2004.
Why now Easy to slot in when March's rain moves in.
Blackbird Bakery
Winslow bakery and coffee shop since 1999.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter March days.
Nearby in March
- Seattle in March~9 mi · highs 51°F, 5.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Olympic NP in March~52 mi · highs 34°F, 8.8 in rain or snow · 10°C (17°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Snoqualmie Pass in March~54 mi · highs 38°F, 7.8 in rain or snow · 8°C (14°F) cooler by day, wetter
- San Juan Island in March~67 mi · highs 49°F, 4.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Bainbridge Island in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Bainbridge Island?
It's middling, scoring 51/100. The best months are June – September, at up to 90. Expect highs of 52°F (11°C) and 5.4 in (138 mm) of rain. Our Puget Sound Islands route recommends May – Sep, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Bainbridge Island in March?
Average highs are 52°F (11°C) and average lows 38°F (3°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bainbridge Island in March?
Yes: about 5.4 in (138 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 48.4 in (1230 mm).
What should I pack for Bainbridge Island in March?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 52°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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