March weather forecastMaricopa, AZ
March
Weather in March
March signals the commencement of spring in Maricopa, Arizona, with temperatures taking a significant leap. The city moves from subtle to remarkably sunlit days, while cloud coverage drops, offering clearer skies. The conditions remain dry, displaying a significant dip in the humidity level. With temperatures ranging from 55.4°F (13°C) to 75.7°F (24.3°C), March comes as a noticeable shift from the relatively cooler months. As the month concludes, the weather prepares to transition into the brighter, sunnier, and much warmer climate of April.Temperature
March's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from a comfortable 67.6°F (19.8°C) in February to a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C). Throughout the month of March, Maricopa witnesses an average temperature of 55.4°F (13°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 30%.Rainfall
In Maricopa, in March, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Maricopa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 57.4 days and collects up to 7.48" (190mm) of precipitation.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 6:48 pm MST.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine is 9.3h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 5 during March translates into the following guidance:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Maricopa, AZ
- Average high temperature in March: 75.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (102.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (62.8°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 55.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (83.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Maricopa, AZ
- Average pressure in March: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.81"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Maricopa, AZ
- Average wind speed in March: 5.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Maricopa, AZ
- Average humidity in March: 30%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (44%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (17%).
Average rainfall in March
Maricopa, AZ
- Average rainfall in March: 0.59"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.08").
Average rainfall days in March
Maricopa, AZ
- Average rainfall days in March: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.2 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Maricopa, AZ
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 9h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Maricopa, AZ
- Average sunshine days in March: 27.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Maricopa, AZ
- Average UV index in March: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in March
Maricopa, AZ
- Average cloud cover in March: 15
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in March
Maricopa, AZ
- 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).
