March weather forecast
Kearney, NE

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Weather in March

With the arrival of March, weather shows signs of resilience against winter's harshness, leading to warmer days. The transition period unveils fluctuating conditions, making this month unpredictable. When looking at rainfall, March stands out with significant precipitation, totaling 1.9" (48mm). Daylight gradually increases, allowing more time for outdoor activities. The snow starts to retreat, revealing the green grass hidden all winter long.

Temperature

As February transitions into March, a change in temperatures is observed, with average highs moving from a cold 41°F (5°C) to a fresh 50°F (10°C). Kearney anticipates a considerable drop in temperature at night in March, with an average low of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Rainfall

In Kearney, Nebraska, in March, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kearney, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86 days and collects up to 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 8:00 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 Kearney, the average sunshine in March is 8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Kearney is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Kearney in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Kearney, is 50°F (10°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C).

How much does it rain in Kearney in March?

In Kearney, in March, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Kearney have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Kearney?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Kearney, Nebraska, 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 Kearney?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Kearney, Nebraska, is 8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Kearney?

In Kearney, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in March
Kearney, NE

Average temperature in March - Kearney, NE
  • Average high temperature in March: 50°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

Average rainfall in March
Kearney, NE

Average rainfall in March - Kearney, NE
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.9"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.4").

Average rainfall days in March
Kearney, NE

Average rainfall days in March - Kearney, NE
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February, October, November and December (5 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 6h).

Average UV index in March
Kearney, NE

Average UV index in March - Kearney, NE
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 10).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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