March weather forecast
West Memphis, AR

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Weather in March

The weather shifts considerably in March, reflecting the emergence of spring in West Memphis. The temperature, daylight, and other parameters undergo a noteworthy transition, on course to the sunnier seasons ahead. Living up to the adage of "March winds," the gusts also display a slight increment. Characteristics such as increased hours of sunshine and diminished snowfall highlight the onset of spring. However, the season does not arrive in full swing until the close of the month, leaving the last vestiges of winter behind.

Temperature

The shift into March brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in February to a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C). West Memphis observes an average low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In West Memphis, during March, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.7 rainfall days, and 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, West Memphis aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.6 snowfall days, and 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In West Memphis, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:21 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 6.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during March leads to these advisories:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in March, in West Memphis, is 60.6°F (15.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in West Memphis in March?

In West Memphis, during March, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, West Memphis aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Memphis have in March?

In West Memphis, Arkansas, 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 6:29 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:21 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In West Memphis, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In West Memphis, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
West Memphis, AR

Average temperature in March - West Memphis, AR
  • Average high temperature in March: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34°F).

Average pressure in March
West Memphis, AR

Average pressure in March - West Memphis, AR
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
West Memphis, AR

Average wind speed in March - West Memphis, AR
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
West Memphis, AR

Average humidity in March - West Memphis, AR
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

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

Average rainfall in March
West Memphis, AR

Average rainfall in March - West Memphis, AR
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
West Memphis, AR

Average rainfall days in March - West Memphis, AR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
West Memphis, AR

Average snowfall in March - West Memphis, AR
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
West Memphis, AR

Average snowfall days in March - West Memphis, AR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.5 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
West Memphis, AR

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Memphis, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
West Memphis, AR

Average sunshine days in March - West Memphis, AR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.9 days).

Average UV index in March
West Memphis, AR

Average UV index in March - West Memphis, AR
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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

Average cloud cover in March
West Memphis, AR

Average cloud cover in March - West Memphis, 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
West Memphis, AR

Average visibility in March - West Memphis, 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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