March weather forecast
Payson, UT

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Weather in March

March heralds the onset of spring with temperatures progressively rising from February’s levels. The blend of a cooler atmosphere and budding warmth can be experienced between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C). Rainfall overtakes snowfall as the primary form of precipitation in Payson, Utah. The March weather, compared to April, has a stronger reflection of winter's remnants. The increase in daylight hours adds a brighter note to the gradually warming days.

Temperature

The beginning of March signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C) in February to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). March nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In Payson, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Payson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.5 days and collects up to 11.93" (303mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, in Payson, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout March, 3.78" (96mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 54.1 snowfall days, and 33.5" (851mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Payson is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:19 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:50 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

The average sunshine in March is 8.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Payson 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?

During March, Payson experiences an average high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How much does it rain in Payson in March?

In Payson, Utah, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Payson, during March, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Payson, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:19 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:50 pm MDT.

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

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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.1h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Payson, UT

Average temperature in March - Payson, UT
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°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 (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Payson, UT

Average pressure in March - Payson, UT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Payson, UT

Average wind speed in March - Payson, UT
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Payson, UT

Average humidity in March - Payson, UT
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (39%).

Average rainfall in March
Payson, UT

Average rainfall in March - Payson, UT
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
Payson, UT

Average rainfall days in March - Payson, UT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Payson, UT

Average snowfall in March - Payson, UT
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.78"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Payson, UT

Average snowfall days in March - Payson, UT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Payson, UT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Payson, UT
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Payson, UT

Average sunshine days in March - Payson, UT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Payson, UT

Average UV index in March - Payson, UT
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Payson, UT

Average cloud cover in March - Payson, UT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in March
Payson, UT

Average visibility in March - Payson, UT
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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