March weather forecastSheridan, WY
March
Weather in March
March ushers in transitional weather in Sheridan, Wyoming, marking the start of the slow thaw into spring. This month witnesses weather that straddles between winter's chill and spring's thaw, with a noticeable incline in temperature compared to the cold February. The snow melts down in most areas, reducing the average snowfall to 6.73" (171mm). The latter part of the month can be an excellent period for explorations, as the roads become more navigable. Indeed, March is an interesting month for weather transitions, where winter and spring create a unique weather blend.Temperature
March's arrival sees a rise in the average high-temperature, jumping from February's subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C) to a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) in March.Humidity
In Sheridan, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.Rainfall
In Sheridan, in March, during 13 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sheridan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.2 days and collects up to 21.22" (539mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Sheridan, in March, during 10.8 snowfall days, 6.73" (171mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 78.9 snowfall days, and 46.3" (1176mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Sheridan, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:56 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Sheridan, the average sunshine in March is 8.2h.UV index
January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Sheridan, WY
- Average high temperature in March: 40.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (29.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 25.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (14.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Sheridan, WY
- Average pressure in March: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Sheridan, WY
- Average wind speed in March: 6.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Sheridan, WY
- Average humidity in March: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).
Average rainfall in March
Sheridan, WY
- Average rainfall in March: 1.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.75").
Average rainfall days in March
Sheridan, WY
- Average rainfall days in March: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Sheridan, WY
- Average snowfall in March: 6.73"
The month with the highest snowfall is April (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Sheridan, WY
- Average snowfall days in March: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sheridan, WY
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 8h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Sheridan, WY
- Average sunshine days in March: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (5.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Sheridan, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Sheridan, WY
- Average cloud cover in March: 35
The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in March
Sheridan, 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).
