March weather forecast
McCook, NE

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Weather in March

March marks the transition from winter to spring in McCook. It has the most significant rainfall shift of the year, climbing to an average of 1.1" (28mm), which provides a much-needed reprieve from the winter. The increased precipitation supports the blooming of springtime flora around the city. The extended daylight time contributes towards melting the remaining snow, and residents benefit from slightly warmer days towards the end of the month, signaling the start of a new season.

Temperature

March sees a temperature increase, moving from an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C) in February to a moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C). An average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) is recorded in the month of March in McCook.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 57%.

Rainfall

In March, in McCook, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in McCook, there are 103 rainfall days, and 15.94" (405mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In McCook, in March, during 3.4 snowfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 23.9 snowfall days, and 9.88" (251mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In McCook, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:34 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 8:06 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 McCook, the average sunshine in March is 8h.

UV index

In McCook, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in McCook in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in McCook are 55.8°F (13.2°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in McCook?

The average relative humidity in March in McCook, Nebraska, is 57%.

How many days does it rain in March in McCook?

In McCook, Nebraska, during March, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in McCook in March?

In McCook, in March, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does McCook have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in McCook?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:34 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in McCook, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.

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

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 McCook have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in McCook is 8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in McCook?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in McCook is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average temperature in March
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Average temperature in March - McCook, NE
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in March
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Average pressure in March - McCook, NE
  • Average pressure in March: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
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Average wind speed in March - McCook, NE
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in March
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Average humidity in March - McCook, NE
  • Average humidity in March: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (68%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and October (54%).

Average rainfall in March
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Average rainfall in March - McCook, NE
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
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Average rainfall days in March - McCook, NE
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
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Average snowfall in March - McCook, NE
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
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 - McCook, NE
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
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Average sunshine days in March - McCook, NE
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.1 days).

Average UV index in March
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Average UV index in March - McCook, NE
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
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 - McCook, NE
  • Average cloud cover in March: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in March
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Average visibility in March - McCook, 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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