March weather forecast
Newport, AR

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Newport, is a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59.5°F (15.3°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

March witnesses an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) in February to a refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C). Newport experiences an average low-temperature reading of 44.2°F (6.8°C) throughout March.

Humidity

The most humid month in Newport, Arkansas, is March, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Newport, in March, during 12.3 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Newport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.2 days and collects up to 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Newport aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.6 snowfall days, and 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Newport, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:26 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 6.9h.

UV index

In Newport, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature during March is 59.5°F (15.3°C) and the low-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Newport, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Newport, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Newport?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Newport. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Newport aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Newport have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Newport?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:26 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 Newport have in March?

In Newport, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Newport, AR

Average temperature in March - Newport, AR
  • Average high temperature in March: 59.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Newport, AR

Average pressure in March - Newport, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Newport, AR

Average wind speed in March - Newport, AR
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Newport, AR

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Newport, AR

Average rainfall in March - Newport, AR
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Newport, AR

Average rainfall days in March - Newport, AR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Newport, AR

Average snowfall in March - Newport, AR
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Newport, AR

Average snowfall days in March - Newport, AR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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
Newport, AR

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Newport, 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 5min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Newport, AR

Average sunshine days in March - Newport, AR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Newport, AR

Average UV index in March - Newport, 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
Newport, AR

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Newport, AR

Average visibility in March - Newport, 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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