March weather forecast
Reno, NV

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Weather in March

March sees a transition from winter to spring in Reno with a noticeable increase in temperature. Marking a significant rise from the preceding cold months, high temperatures average at 46.9°F (8.3°C) while lows hit 29.8°F (-1.2°C). This month also sees fluctuation in atmospheric pressure. The mix of snow and rain make the city a sight to behold, with the landscape slowly defrosting. Sunny days scattered throughout March make it an ideal time for outdoor activities.

Temperature

The average high-temperature during March registers at a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Reno records an average nighttime low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) throughout March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Reno is 66%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the most rainfall in Reno. Rain falls for 11.6 days and accumulates 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 6.1" (155mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Reno is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Reno, 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 is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Reno is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Reno?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Reno, is 46.9°F (8.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Reno?

The average relative humidity in March is 66%.

What is the wettest month in Reno?

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March in Reno?

In March, in Reno, Nevada, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Reno?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Reno, Nevada. Snow falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 6.1" (155mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Reno in March?

In Reno, Nevada, in March, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 6.1" (155mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Reno?

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 Reno, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:22 pm PDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Reno?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Reno, Nevada, is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Reno?

In Reno, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Reno, NV

Average temperature in March - Reno, NV
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Reno, NV

Average pressure in March - Reno, 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Reno, NV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Reno, NV

Average humidity in March - Reno, NV
  • Average humidity in March: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (28%).

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Average rainfall in March
Reno, NV

Average rainfall in March - Reno, NV
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.16").

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Average rainfall days in March
Reno, NV

Average rainfall days in March - Reno, NV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Reno, NV

Average snowfall in March - Reno, NV
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Reno, NV

Average snowfall days in March - Reno, NV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.6 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
Reno, NV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Reno, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 4min

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

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Average sunshine days in March
Reno, NV

Average sunshine days in March - Reno, NV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (15.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Reno, NV

Average UV index in March - Reno, NV
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Reno, NV

Average cloud cover in March - Reno, NV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in March
Reno, NV

Average visibility in March - Reno, 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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