March weather forecast
Altona, NE

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Altona, Nebraska, with temperature in the range of an average high of 47.5°F (8.6°C) and an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

Altona's weather experiences a significant temperature rise with the arrival of March, soaring from a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C) in February to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). March's average low-temperature reading settles at a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Altona, Nebraska, in March, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.7 rainfall days, and 20.31" (516mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Altona, Nebraska. In March, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout March, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Altona, there are 36.1 snowfall days, and 14.09" (358mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Altona, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:53 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Altona in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Altona are 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Altona?

The average relative humidity in March in Altona is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in Altona?

In Altona, Nebraska, in March, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Altona?

In Altona, during March, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Altona have in March?

In Altona, Nebraska, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Altona?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:53 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Altona?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Altona, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Altona have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Altona is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Altona?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Altona is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Altona, NE

Average temperature in March - Altona, NE
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Altona, NE

Average pressure in March - Altona, NE
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Altona, NE

Average wind speed in March - Altona, NE
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Altona, NE

Average humidity in March - Altona, NE
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in March
Altona, NE

Average rainfall in March - Altona, NE
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.5"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Altona, NE

Average rainfall days in March - Altona, NE
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Altona, NE

Average snowfall in March - Altona, NE
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Altona, NE

Average snowfall days in March - Altona, NE
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Altona, NE

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Altona, NE
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Altona, NE

Average sunshine days in March - Altona, NE
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Altona, NE

Average UV index in March - Altona, NE
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Altona, NE

Average cloud cover in March - Altona, NE
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Altona, NE

Average visibility in March - Altona, NE
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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