March weather forecastRiverton, WY
March
Weather in March
In March, Riverton starts to witness the transition from winter to spring. However, the town receives the most rainfall of the year, 0.79 inch, a substantial increase compared to previous months. With it comes a noteworthy increase in the daily average temperature, allowing the snow to start melting and turn into a consistent drizzle. This month also brings more daylight streaming through the reduced cloud covers, gradually pushing away winter's gloom. The gentlest uptick of warmth, combined with the sound of rain, welcomes a Riverton spring.Temperature
With the onset of March, Riverton's average high-temperature sees a rise, moving from February's cold 32.9°F (0.5°C) to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). Riverton experiences an average low-temperature reading of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) throughout March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 61%.Rainfall
In Riverton, during March, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. In Riverton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 67.3 days and collects up to 6.93" (176mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Riverton are January through May, September through December. In March, it is snowing for 5.7 days. Throughout March, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 42.8 snowfall days, and 25.47" (647mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Riverton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:03 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:39 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 8.8h.UV index
In Riverton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Riverton, WY
- Average high temperature in March: 46°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Riverton, WY
- Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.22"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Riverton, WY
- Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Riverton, WY
- Average humidity in March: 61%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (31%).
Average rainfall in March
Riverton, WY
- Average rainfall in March: 0.79"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").
Average rainfall days in March
Riverton, WY
- Average rainfall days in March: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Riverton, WY
- Average snowfall in March: 4.25"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Riverton, WY
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Riverton, WY
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 8h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Riverton, WY
- Average sunshine days in March: 20.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Riverton, WY
- Average UV index in March: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Riverton, WY
- Average cloud cover in March: 26
The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in March
Riverton, WY
- 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).
