March weather forecast
Fayetteville, AR

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Green trees and parked cars on the roadsides of College Avenue leading to the iconic Washington County Courthouse in Fayetteville, Arkansas
Green trees and parked cars on the roadsides of College Avenue leading to the iconic Washington County Courthouse in Fayetteville, Arkansas

Weather in March

March holds promise of spring in Fayetteville with an average high temperature of 58.5°F (14.7°C), a noticeable rise from the colder months. Blooming flowers herald the advancing spring with the city slowly stepping out of winter’s shroud. Longer daylight hours bestow more of the sun’s warmth on Fayetteville. Rainfall sees a significant increase compared to the preceding two months, marking one of the high-precipitation periods of the year. March signals changing weather patterns that involve lighter airs and increased humidity.

Temperature

The beginning of March signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) in February to a refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C). Throughout March, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout March, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.4 rainfall days, and 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Fayetteville, in March, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Fayetteville, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.8 days and aggregates up to 5.35" (136mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Fayetteville, Arkansas, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:38 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

In March, the average sunshine in Fayetteville is 6.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Fayetteville is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in March transforms into this advice:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Fayetteville in March?

The high-temperature in Fayetteville during March is 58.5°F (14.7°C) and the low-temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Fayetteville?

The average relative humidity in March in Fayetteville, Arkansas, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Fayetteville in March?

In Fayetteville, Arkansas, in March, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Fayetteville?

In Fayetteville, Arkansas, in March, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Fayetteville?

In Fayetteville, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Fayetteville?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:38 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Fayetteville, 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 Fayetteville have in March?

In Fayetteville, Arkansas, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Fayetteville?

In Fayetteville, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Fayetteville, AR

Average temperature in March - Fayetteville, AR
  • Average high temperature in March: 58.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Fayetteville, AR

Average pressure in March - Fayetteville, 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
Fayetteville, AR

Average wind speed in March - Fayetteville, AR
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Fayetteville, AR

Average humidity in March - Fayetteville, AR
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Fayetteville, AR

Average rainfall in March - Fayetteville, AR
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Fayetteville, AR

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fayetteville, AR

Average snowfall in March - Fayetteville, AR
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fayetteville, AR

Average snowfall days in March - Fayetteville, AR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fayetteville, AR

Average sunshine days in March - Fayetteville, AR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Fayetteville, AR

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Fayetteville, AR

Average cloud cover in March - Fayetteville, AR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Fayetteville, AR

Average visibility in March - Fayetteville, AR
  • 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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