March weather forecast
Fort Smith, AR

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an enjoyable month in Fort Smith, Arkansas, with an average temperature varying between 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature increases from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in February to an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C). In Fort Smith, Arkansas, the average low-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Fort Smith, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 131.9 rainfall days, and 25.51" (648mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Fort Smith. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, Fort Smith aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Fort Smith, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.9 days and aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Fort Smith is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 4 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Fort Smith?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Fort Smith, Arkansas, is 61.7°F (16.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C).

What is the most humid month in Fort Smith?

The months with the highest humidity in Fort Smith are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in March in Fort Smith?

The average relative humidity in March in Fort Smith, Arkansas, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Fort Smith in March?

In March, in Fort Smith, Arkansas, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout March, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Fort Smith?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Fort Smith, Arkansas. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Fort Smith aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Fort Smith?

The average day length in March in Fort Smith, Arkansas, is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Fort Smith?

On the first day of March in Fort Smith, Arkansas, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 12. 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Fort Smith, Arkansas, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 5. 2023, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Smith have in March?

In Fort Smith, Arkansas, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Fort Smith?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Fort Smith is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Fort Smith, AR

Average temperature in March - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average high temperature in March: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Fort Smith, AR

Average pressure in March - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Fort Smith, AR

Average wind speed in March - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Fort Smith, AR

Average humidity in March - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Fort Smith, AR

Average rainfall in March - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in March
Fort Smith, AR

Average rainfall days in March - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Fort Smith, AR

Average snowfall in March - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Fort Smith, AR

Average snowfall days in March - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fort Smith, AR

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 59min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 31min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 49min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Fort Smith, AR

Average sunshine days in March - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Fort Smith, AR

Average UV index in March - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Fort Smith, AR

Average cloud cover in March - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in March
Fort Smith, AR

Average visibility in March - Fort Smith, AR
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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