March weather forecast
Benkelman, NE

As Benkelman transitions from winter to spring in March, a moderate increase in temperatures begin to thaw the winter freeze. Despite the chill, an increase in rainfall to 1.2" (30mm) indicates the onset of spring. The weather becomes visibly less severe compared to its winter counterparts. Daylight hours extend further, inviting more outdoor activities. However, the nights still have a significant chill requiring residents to bundle up.

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a temperature rise, moving from February's frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) to a refreshing 55.8°F (13.2°C). Benkelman reports a considerable drop from daytime temperatures in March, recording an average nighttime figure of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Rainfall

Throughout March, in Benkelman, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. During the entire year, Benkelman aggregates up to 19.72" (501mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Benkelman, in March, 4.49" (114mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Benkelman, during the entire year, snow aggregates up to 29.02" (737mm).

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Benkelman is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Benkelman, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:38 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:09 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.