March weather forecast
Omaha, NE

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Holiday lights light up the city of Omaha, Nebraska
Holiday lights light up the city of Omaha, Nebraska

Weather in March

The arrival of March heralds the onset of spring in Omaha, Nebraska. Daylight hours continue to stretch, hinting at the earth's tilt towards the sun. The weather patterns start to shift from snowy showers to frequent rainfall. With temperatures ranging between 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C), it becomes warmer, a welcome respite after the long winter. The rise in rainfall to 1.22" (31mm) clearly marks the transition from winter to spring, adding vibrancy to the city.

Temperature

March signals a clear temperature escalation, with average high-temperatures advancing from February's icy 34°F (1.1°C) to a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C). In Omaha, March is marked by an average low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Omaha is 71%.

Rainfall

In Omaha, in March, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Omaha, Nebraska, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.5 days and collects up to 22.52" (572mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Omaha. In March, in Omaha, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31.6 snowfall days, and 9.65" (245mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Omaha, Nebraska, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:48 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 Omaha, Nebraska, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Omaha?

Omaha in March has an average high-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Omaha?

The average relative humidity in March in Omaha, Nebraska, is 71%.

How much does it rain in Omaha in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout March, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Omaha?

In Omaha, in March, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Omaha have in March?

The average day length in March in Omaha is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Omaha?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:48 pm CDT.

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

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 Omaha?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Omaha?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Omaha, Nebraska, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Omaha, NE

Average temperature in March - Omaha, NE
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.6°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 (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.4°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 (16.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Omaha, NE

Average pressure in March - Omaha, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Omaha, NE

Average wind speed in March - Omaha, NE
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Omaha, NE

Average humidity in March - Omaha, NE
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in March
Omaha, NE

Average rainfall in March - Omaha, NE
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Omaha, NE

Average rainfall days in March - Omaha, NE
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Omaha, NE

Average snowfall in March - Omaha, NE
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Omaha, NE

Average snowfall days in March - Omaha, NE
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Omaha, 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: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Omaha, NE

Average sunshine days in March - Omaha, NE
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Omaha, NE

Average UV index in March - Omaha, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Omaha, NE

Average cloud cover in March - Omaha, NE
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Omaha, NE

Average visibility in March - Omaha, 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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