March weather forecastSalem, AR
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Salem, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between min 40.6°F (4.8°C) and max 58.1°F (14.5°C).Temperature
Salem's transition into March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in February to a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C) during March.Humidity
March and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Salem, in March, during 14.4 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Salem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.5 days and collects up to 34.06" (865mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.2 snowfall days, in March, Salem aggregates 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In Salem, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.5 days and aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:28 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 Salem, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.UV index
In Salem, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Salem, AR
- Average high temperature in March: 58.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 40.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Salem, AR
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"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).
Average wind speed in March
Salem, AR
- Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Salem, AR
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Salem, AR
- Average rainfall in March: 3.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").
Average rainfall days in March
Salem, AR
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Salem, AR
- Average snowfall in March: 1.34"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Salem, AR
- Average snowfall days in March: 1.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Salem, AR
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Salem, AR
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Salem, AR
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Salem, AR
- Average cloud cover in March: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in March
Salem, 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).
