March weather forecast
Monticello, AR

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Weather in March

March in Monticello gains a distinctive demeanor as the onset of spring mirrors a shift in the weather. The climate becomes noticeably warmer, accompanying more precipitation than the previous months, marking nature's transition phase. Amongst the rain-soaked days, the fresh breeze of spring commences to circulate, softening the prevalent cold. This month denotes the largest rainfall, gathering a notable 4.09" (104mm), indicating a transition from winter to spring. Longer hours of sunlight and growing warmth set a refreshing stage for the new season to unfurl its charm.

Temperature

The beginning of March signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) in February to a refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C). Monticello reports an average low-temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Monticello, during March, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation. In Monticello, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.2 days and collects up to 38.82" (986mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in March, Monticello aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.6 snowfall days, and 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Monticello, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:27 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 6.8h.

UV index

In Monticello, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Monticello in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Monticello, is 63.7°F (17.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 47.5°F (8.6°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Monticello, Arkansas, in March, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 4.09" (104mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Monticello?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in March, Monticello aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Monticello have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:27 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 Monticello have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Monticello is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Monticello, 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
Monticello, AR

Average temperature in March - Monticello, AR
  • Average high temperature in March: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Monticello, AR

Average pressure in March - Monticello, AR
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Monticello, AR

Average wind speed in March - Monticello, AR
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Monticello, AR

Average humidity in March - Monticello, AR
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Monticello, AR

Average rainfall in March - Monticello, AR
  • Average rainfall in March: 4.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Monticello, AR

Average rainfall days in March - Monticello, AR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Monticello, AR

Average snowfall in March - Monticello, AR
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Monticello, AR

Average snowfall days in March - Monticello, AR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 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
Monticello, AR

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Monticello, AR
  • 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: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Monticello, AR

Average sunshine days in March - Monticello, AR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Monticello, AR

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Monticello, AR

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Monticello, AR

Average visibility in March - Monticello, 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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