March weather forecast
Amherst, NE

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Amherst, Nebraska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is characterized by a noticeable escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from February's icy 38.1°F (3.4°C) to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C). Throughout March nights, Amherst experiences a consistent temperature average of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Amherst is 63%.

Rainfall

In Amherst, in March, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Amherst, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.6 days and collects up to 17.44" (443mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Amherst. In March, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout March, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated. In Amherst, during the entire year, snow falls for 31 days and aggregates up to 14.21" (361mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Amherst, Nebraska, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Amherst, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:01 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

The average sunshine in March in Amherst is 7.4h.

UV index

In Amherst, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Amherst?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Amherst are 52.5°F (11.4°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Amherst?

The average relative humidity in March in Amherst, Nebraska, is 63%.

How much does it rain in Amherst in March?

In Amherst, Nebraska, during March, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Amherst in March?

In Amherst, in March, during 3.8 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Amherst?

The average day length in March in Amherst is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Amherst?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Amherst, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Amherst?

In Amherst, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Amherst?

In Amherst, Nebraska, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Amherst, NE

Average temperature in March - Amherst, NE
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Amherst, NE

Average pressure in March - Amherst, NE
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Amherst, NE

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Amherst, NE

Average humidity in March - Amherst, NE
  • Average humidity in March: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (59%).

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Average rainfall in March
Amherst, NE

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in March
Amherst, NE

Average rainfall days in March - Amherst, NE
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Amherst, NE

Average snowfall in March - Amherst, NE
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Amherst, NE

Average snowfall days in March - Amherst, NE
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Amherst, NE

Average sunshine days in March - Amherst, NE
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Amherst, NE

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Amherst, NE

Average cloud cover in March - Amherst, NE
  • Average cloud cover in March: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in March
Amherst, NE

Average visibility in March - Amherst, 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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