March weather forecast
Carson City, NV

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A walking path leading to the State Capital building entrance in Carson City, Nevada
A walking path leading to the State Capital building entrance in Carson City, Nevada

Weather in March

March in Carson City, Nevada, indicates a noticeable change in weather, from intense winter cold toward milder spring environments. As the snow from previous months starts to melt, residents prepare for the arrival of spring, a season embraced with openness and delight. Notably, the humidity and pressure remain consistent with February, enforcing a steady atmospheric condition. The city enjoys a considerable 8.07" (205mm) of snowfall, last representation of winter chills. March weather is a blend of tranquility, as temperatures rise and snowfall decreases, making it a month of changing atmospheric conditions.

Temperature

Carson City, Nevada, experiences an average high-temperature of a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) in March, subtly different from February's 40.8°F (4.9°C). In March, the average low-temperature is a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 67%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Carson City, Nevada, there are 84.4 rainfall days, and 11.61" (295mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall in Carson City is March, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 8.07" (205mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:52 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:22 pm PDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from PDT to PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Carson City is 8.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Carson City. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Carson City in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Carson City, Nevada, during March are 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Carson City?

In Carson City, the average relative humidity in March is 67%.

How many days does it rain in March in Carson City?

In March, in Carson City, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Carson City?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 8.07" (205mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Carson City in March?

In Carson City, Nevada, in March, during 7.8 snowfall days, 8.07" (205mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Carson City have in March?

The average day length in March in Carson City, Nevada, is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Carson City?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:52 pm PST. On the last day of the month, in Carson City, Nevada, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:22 pm PDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Carson City, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Carson City have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Carson City is 8.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Carson City?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Carson City.

What is the UV index reading in March in Carson City?

In Carson City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Carson City, NV

Average temperature in March - Carson City, NV
  • Average high temperature in March: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Carson City, NV

Average pressure in March - Carson City, NV
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Carson City, NV

Average wind speed in March - Carson City, NV
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Carson City, NV

Average humidity in March - Carson City, NV
  • Average humidity in March: 67%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (31%).

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Average rainfall in March
Carson City, NV

Average rainfall in March - Carson City, NV
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in March
Carson City, NV

Average rainfall days in March - Carson City, NV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Carson City, NV

Average snowfall in March - Carson City, NV
  • Average snowfall in March: 8.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (8.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Carson City, NV

Average snowfall days in March - Carson City, NV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Carson City, NV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Carson City, NV
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

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

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Average sunshine days in March
Carson City, NV

Average sunshine days in March - Carson City, NV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (15 days).

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Average UV index in March
Carson City, NV

Average UV index in March - Carson City, NV
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Carson City, NV

Average cloud cover in March - Carson City, NV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 32).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in March
Carson City, NV

Average visibility in March - Carson City, NV
  • 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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