March weather forecastCedar City, UT
March
Weather in March
March provides Cedar City with a much-needed respite from the winter's chill, witnessing a significant bump in the city's average high temperature to 47.8°F (8.8°C). The thawing snow gives way to greener landscapes as the elements of spring start to make themselves apparent. The noticeably longer days, coupled with lessening snowfall, make outdoor activities a more appealing prospect. Amid the melting snow, residents can spot the first fluttering signs of spring. April's arrival brings the promise of even warmer days and bountiful sunshine.Temperature
The start of March in Cedar City is characterized by an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C) in February to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) on average during March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 59%.Rainfall
In Cedar City, during March, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cedar City, there are 84.2 rainfall days, and 9.21" (234mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cedar City, in March, during 4.8 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cedar City, there are 33.4 snowfall days, and 18.11" (460mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Cedar City, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March in Cedar City, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:26 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:54 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 8.7h.UV index
In Cedar City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Cedar City, UT
- Average high temperature in March: 47.8°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 (36.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 29.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Cedar City, UT
- Average pressure in March: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.21"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Cedar City, UT
- Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.2mph).
Average humidity in March
Cedar City, UT
- Average humidity in March: 59%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).
Average rainfall in March
Cedar City, UT
- Average rainfall in March: 0.79"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.24").
Average rainfall days in March
Cedar City, UT
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Cedar City, UT
- Average snowfall in March: 3.19"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Cedar City, UT
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cedar City, UT
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 8h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Cedar City, UT
- Average sunshine days in March: 19.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Cedar City, UT
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Cedar City, UT
- Average cloud cover in March: 25
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in March
Cedar City, UT
- 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).
