March weather forecast
Scottsbluff, NE

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Weather in March

In March, Scottsbluff begins the subtle shift from winter to spring with a gentle increase in temperature across the board. Pillars of ice start to thaw under an increased amount of sunlight, warming the slowly budding greenery. The trend towards less snowy conditions continues with a decrease in snowfall observed. Nevertheless, March registers the highest rainfall amount with 1.34" (34mm) recorded. The city welcomes the upcoming season of blooms with the advent of an increased UV index and extended daylight hours.

Temperature

The commencement of March in Scottsbluff sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C) in February to a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C). Nighttime temperature in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, lowers to an average of 32.4°F (0.2°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Scottsbluff is 58%.

Rainfall

In Scottsbluff, Nebraska, in March, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 110.2 rainfall days, and 14.8" (376mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Scottsbluff, in March, snow falls for 5.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Scottsbluff, there are 39.7 snowfall days, and 17.36" (441mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:45 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:19 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Scottsbluff is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Scottsbluff?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Scottsbluff, is 51.1°F (10.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Scottsbluff?

The average relative humidity in March is 58%.

How many days does it rain in March in Scottsbluff?

In Scottsbluff, in March, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Scottsbluff in March?

In March, in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout March, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In March, the average day length in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Scottsbluff?

On the first day of March in Scottsbluff, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:45 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:19 pm MDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Scottsbluff have in March?

In Scottsbluff, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.2h.

How high is the UV index in March in Scottsbluff?

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

Average temperature in March - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Scottsbluff, NE

Average pressure in March - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average pressure in March: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Scottsbluff, NE

Average wind speed in March - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Scottsbluff, NE

Average humidity in March - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average humidity in March: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (47%).

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Average rainfall in March
Scottsbluff, NE

Average rainfall in March - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in March
Scottsbluff, NE

Average rainfall days in March - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Scottsbluff, NE

Average snowfall in March - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Scottsbluff, NE

Average snowfall days in March - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Scottsbluff, NE

Average sunshine days in March - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Scottsbluff, NE

Average UV index in March - Scottsbluff, 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
Scottsbluff, NE

Average cloud cover in March - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average cloud cover in March: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in March
Scottsbluff, NE

Average visibility in March - Scottsbluff, 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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