March weather forecast
Grand Island, NE

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Weather in March

March represents the onset of meteorological spring in Grand Island, Nebraska. The promises of warmer days begin to hold true as temperatures incrementally rise. With the mercury pushing upward, the city witnesses a revival of greenery and floral blooms, underscoring the rejuvenating spirit of spring. Rainfall swells up to 1.5" (38mm) this month, making it noticeably wetter than its frosty predecessors. As March paves the way for April, residents gleefully bid farewell to winter chills.

Temperature

In March, the meteorological conditions in Grand Island markedly change with the average high-temperature ascending from an icy 37°F (2.8°C) in February to a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C). Grand Island's average low-temperature in March is measured at a cold 33.8°F (1°C).

Humidity

In Grand Island, the average relative humidity in March is 66%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Grand Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.5 days and collects up to 19.37" (492mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, in Grand Island, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 25.3 snowfall days, and 12.48" (317mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Grand Island, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Grand Island, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:57 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 Grand Island, the average sunshine in March is 7.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Grand Island in March?

In Grand Island, 52.2°F (11.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.8°F (1°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Grand Island?

The average relative humidity in March is 66%.

How much does it rain in Grand Island in March?

In Grand Island, in March, during 8.2 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Grand Island?

In Grand Island, Nebraska, in March, during 3.3 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Grand Island have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Grand Island?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Grand Island, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Grand Island, Nebraska, 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 Grand Island?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Grand Island, Nebraska, is 7.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Grand Island?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Grand Island is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Grand Island, NE

Average temperature in March - Grand Island, NE
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in March
Grand Island, NE

Average pressure in March - Grand Island, NE
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
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Average wind speed in March - Grand Island, NE
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in March
Grand Island, NE

Average humidity in March - Grand Island, NE
  • Average humidity in March: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (61%).

Average rainfall in March
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Average rainfall in March - Grand Island, NE
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in March
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Average rainfall days in March - Grand Island, NE
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Grand Island, NE

Average snowfall in March - Grand Island, NE
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
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Average snowfall days in March - Grand Island, NE
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Grand Island, NE

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Grand Island, NE
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Grand Island, NE

Average sunshine days in March - Grand Island, NE
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Grand Island, NE

Average UV index in March - Grand Island, NE
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
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Average cloud cover in March - Grand Island, NE
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Grand Island, NE

Average visibility in March - Grand Island, NE
  • 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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