March weather forecast
Altus, AR

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Altus, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 60.8°F (16°C).

Temperature

Altus sees an increase in average high-temperatures during March, moving from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in February to an enjoyable 60.8°F (16°C). During the month of March, an average temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout March, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 139.2 rainfall days, and 34.57" (878mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Altus aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Altus, there are 3.9 snowfall days, and 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:36 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Altus is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

Altus in March has an average high-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C) and an average low-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Altus is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Altus, during March, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Altus aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Altus have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Altus?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:36 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Altus have in March?

In Altus, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Altus, AR

Average temperature in March - Altus, AR
  • Average high temperature in March: 60.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Altus, AR

Average pressure in March - Altus, AR
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Altus, AR

Average wind speed in March - Altus, AR
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Altus, AR

Average humidity in March - Altus, AR
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Altus, AR

Average rainfall in March - Altus, AR
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
Altus, AR

Average rainfall days in March - Altus, AR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Altus, AR

Average snowfall in March - Altus, AR
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Altus, AR

Average snowfall days in March - Altus, AR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Altus, AR

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Altus, AR
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Altus, AR

Average sunshine days in March - Altus, AR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Altus, AR

Average UV index in March - Altus, AR
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Altus, AR

Average cloud cover in March - Altus, AR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Altus, AR

Average visibility in March - Altus, AR
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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