March weather forecast
Fort Apache, AZ

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderate month in Fort Apache, Arizona, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

Fort Apache's transition into March brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C) in February to a mild 56.8°F (13.8°C). Despite soaring daytime temperatures, Fort Apache registers a consistent average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) in March.

Humidity

In Fort Apache, the average relative humidity in March is 43%.

Rainfall

In March, in Fort Apache, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Apache, during the entire year, the rain falls for 71.1 days and collects up to 9.96" (253mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fort Apache, during March, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26 snowfall days, and 20.98" (533mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 6:40 pm MST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 43%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Fort Apache, Arizona, in March, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout March, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Apache have in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 6:40 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in March?

In Fort Apache, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Fort Apache, AZ

Average temperature in March - Fort Apache, AZ
  • Average high temperature in March: 56.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (83.3°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (45.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (27°F).

Average pressure in March
Fort Apache, AZ

Average pressure in March - Fort Apache, AZ
  • Average pressure in March: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Fort Apache, AZ

Average wind speed in March - Fort Apache, AZ
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Fort Apache, AZ

Average humidity in March - Fort Apache, AZ
  • Average humidity in March: 43%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (26%).

Average rainfall in March
Fort Apache, AZ

Average rainfall in March - Fort Apache, AZ
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.16").

Average rainfall days in March
Fort Apache, AZ

Average rainfall days in March - Fort Apache, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fort Apache, AZ

Average snowfall in March - Fort Apache, AZ
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fort Apache, AZ

Average snowfall days in March - Fort Apache, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fort Apache, AZ

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fort Apache, AZ
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 9h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fort Apache, AZ

Average sunshine days in March - Fort Apache, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in March: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Fort Apache, AZ

Average UV index in March - Fort Apache, AZ
  • 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
Fort Apache, AZ

Average cloud cover in March - Fort Apache, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in March: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in March
Fort Apache, AZ

Average visibility in March - Fort Apache, AZ
  • 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).

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