March weather forecastSalt Lake City, UT
March
Weather in March
March is the gateway to spring in Salt Lake City, Utah with ascending temperatures making it noticeably warmer than its predecessor, February. Despite the remaining chill in the evenings, the overall temperature begins to feel more comfortable. The weather transitions further towards spring-like conditions in April, with less rainfall and humidity. Increased daylight is a distinctive feature of the month, allowing for expanded outdoor activities. Towards the end of the month, the snow starts to recede, promising a beautiful start of spring.Temperature
With the onset of March, Salt Lake City observes a minor temperature ascent, with the average high-temperature adjusting from February's wintry 37.8°F (3.2°C) to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). In March, the temperature drops to an average of 32.5°F (0.3°C) at night.Humidity
In Salt Lake City, the average relative humidity in March is 68%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 8.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 3.6 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 25.8 snowfall days, and 10.39" (264mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Salt Lake City, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:19 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:51 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 8.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Salt Lake City, UT
- Average high temperature in March: 46.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 32.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).
Average pressure in March
Salt Lake City, UT
- Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.28"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Salt Lake City, UT
- Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5mph).
Average humidity in March
Salt Lake City, UT
- Average humidity in March: 68%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (37%).
Average rainfall in March
Salt Lake City, UT
- Average rainfall in March: 0.51"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (0.51").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.2").
Average rainfall days in March
Salt Lake City, UT
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (8.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Salt Lake City, UT
- Average snowfall in March: 1.54"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Salt Lake City, UT
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.6 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Salt Lake City, UT
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in March: 8h and 30min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Salt Lake City, UT
- Average sunshine days in March: 19.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (19 days).
Average UV index in March
Salt Lake City, UT
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Salt Lake City, UT
- Average cloud cover in March: 32
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in March
Salt Lake City, UT
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
