March weather forecast
Rock Springs, WY

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Weather in March

March sees an upliftment in temperatures signifying the entrance of Spring in Rock Springs. The city registers a noticeable rise in mean temperatures from 39.7°F (4.3°C) to 24.3°F (-4.3°C) with decreasing snowfall, reported to be about 6.14" (156mm). An increase in daylight hours adds a springy flavor to the weather and activates the city after winter dormancy. Gradually, the cityscape transforms with blooming florals, onsetting a fresh palette of vibrant colors, while still retaining traces of the departing winter.

Temperature

Rock Springs's transition into March is marked by a temperature shift, moving from a freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) in February to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). In March, Rock Springs encounters an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rock Springs, there are 93.5 rainfall days, and 10.31" (262mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Rock Springs. The month with the most snowfall in Rock Springs is March, when snow falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Rock Springs is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Rock Springs, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:07 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:41 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 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rock Springs are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Rock Springs in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Rock Springs, is 39.7°F (4.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Rock Springs?

In Rock Springs, Wyoming, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How much does it rain in Rock Springs in March?

In Rock Springs, Wyoming, in March, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Rock Springs?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Rock Springs. Snow falls for 13 days and accumulates 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Rock Springs in March?

In Rock Springs, in March, snow falls for 13 days, with typically accumulated 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Rock Springs?

In March, the average day length in Rock Springs, Wyoming, is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Rock Springs?

On the first day of March in Rock Springs, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:07 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:41 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Rock Springs, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Rock Springs have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rock Springs?

The months with the lowest UV index in Rock Springs, Wyoming, are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in March in Rock Springs?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Rock Springs is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rock Springs, WY

Average temperature in March - Rock Springs, WY
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Rock Springs, WY

Average pressure in March - Rock Springs, WY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.28"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Rock Springs, WY

Average wind speed in March - Rock Springs, WY
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Rock Springs, WY

Average humidity in March - Rock Springs, WY
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (31%).

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Average rainfall in March
Rock Springs, WY

Average rainfall in March - Rock Springs, WY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in March
Rock Springs, WY

Average rainfall days in March - Rock Springs, WY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Rock Springs, WY

Average snowfall in March - Rock Springs, WY
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (6.14").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Rock Springs, WY

Average snowfall days in March - Rock Springs, WY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rock Springs, WY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rock Springs, WY
  • 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Rock Springs, WY

Average sunshine days in March - Rock Springs, WY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Rock Springs, WY

Average UV index in March - Rock Springs, WY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Rock Springs, WY

Average cloud cover in March - Rock Springs, WY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in March
Rock Springs, WY

Average visibility in March - Rock Springs, WY
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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