March weather forecast
Merkel, TX

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a pleasant month in Merkel, Texas, with temperature in the range of an average low of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and an average high of 71.6°F (22°C).

Temperature

As March begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 60.8°F (16°C) in February to a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C). A significant temperature decrease to an average a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) characterizes Merkel's nighttime temperatures during March.

Humidity

In Merkel, the average relative humidity in March is 50%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Merkel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 87.9 days and collects up to 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Merkel. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Merkel aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Merkel, there are 6.3 snowfall days, and 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Merkel, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:37 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:59 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 Merkel, the average sunshine in March is 8.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Merkel, Texas, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in March interprets into the following advice:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Merkel?

In Merkel, 71.6°F (22°C) is the average high-temperature and 49.6°F (9.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Merkel?

In Merkel, the average relative humidity in March is 50%.

How many days does it rain in March in Merkel?

In Merkel, Texas, in March, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Merkel?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Merkel. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Merkel aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Merkel have in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Merkel?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:37 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Merkel, Texas, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:59 pm CDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Merkel have in March?

In Merkel, Texas, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Merkel?

In Merkel, Texas, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Merkel, TX

Average temperature in March - Merkel, TX
  • Average high temperature in March: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (96.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Merkel, TX

Average pressure in March - Merkel, TX
  • Average pressure in March: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Merkel, TX

Average wind speed in March - Merkel, TX
  • Average wind speed in March: 13.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (14.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (10.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Merkel, TX

Average humidity in March - Merkel, TX
  • Average humidity in March: 50%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (57%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

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Average rainfall in March
Merkel, TX

Average rainfall in March - Merkel, TX
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in March
Merkel, TX

Average rainfall days in March - Merkel, TX
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Merkel, TX

Average snowfall in March - Merkel, TX
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Merkel, TX

Average snowfall days in March - Merkel, TX
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Merkel, TX

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Merkel, TX
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Merkel, TX

Average sunshine days in March - Merkel, TX
  • Average sunshine days in March: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (16.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Merkel, TX

Average UV index in March - Merkel, TX
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Merkel, TX

Average cloud cover in March - Merkel, TX
  • Average cloud cover in March: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 27).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in March
Merkel, TX

Average visibility in March - Merkel, TX
  • 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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