March weather forecast
Newcastle, NE

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Newcastle, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

Newcastle's weather undergoes a significant change with the arrival of March, as the average high-temperature moves from a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in February to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). Newcastle records a mean low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Newcastle is 74%.

Rainfall

In Newcastle, in March, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Newcastle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.6 days and collects up to 21.26" (540mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Newcastle, in March, during 4.8 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 30.7 snowfall days, and 13.9" (353mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:52 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Newcastle in March?

In March, in Newcastle, the average high-temperature is 46.6°F (8.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Newcastle, during March, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Newcastle?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:52 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 Newcastle?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Newcastle, NE

Average temperature in March - Newcastle, NE
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Newcastle, NE

Average pressure in March - Newcastle, NE
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Newcastle, NE

Average wind speed in March - Newcastle, NE
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Newcastle, NE

Average humidity in March - Newcastle, NE
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in March
Newcastle, NE

Average rainfall in March - Newcastle, NE
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Newcastle, NE

Average rainfall days in March - Newcastle, NE
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Newcastle, NE

Average snowfall in March - Newcastle, NE
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.4"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Newcastle, NE

Average snowfall days in March - Newcastle, NE
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Newcastle, NE

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Newcastle, NE

Average sunshine days in March - Newcastle, NE
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Newcastle, NE

Average UV index in March - Newcastle, NE
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Newcastle, NE

Average cloud cover in March - Newcastle, NE
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Newcastle, NE

Average visibility in March - Newcastle, 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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