March weather forecast
Orchard, NE

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Orchard, is a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 48°F (8.9°C) and min 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of March brings a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C) in February to a frosty 48°F (8.9°C). Nighttime temperatures in Orchard, Nebraska, hover around an average low of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) in March.

Humidity

In Orchard, the average relative humidity in March is 70%.

Rainfall

In March, in Orchard, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout March, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Orchard, Nebraska, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.3 days and collects up to 19.41" (493mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Orchard. In Orchard, during March, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Orchard, there are 32.9 snowfall days, and 13.19" (335mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:58 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 6.8h.

UV index

In Orchard, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. 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 is the temperature in March in Orchard?

The high-temperature during March is 48°F (8.9°C) and the low-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Orchard?

In March, the average relative humidity in Orchard, Nebraska, is 70%.

How many days does it rain in March in Orchard?

In March, in Orchard, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout March, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Orchard?

In Orchard, Nebraska, in March, during 4.7 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Orchard?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Orchard?

On the first day of March in Orchard, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:58 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Orchard, 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 Orchard have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Orchard?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Orchard, Nebraska, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Orchard, NE

Average temperature in March - Orchard, NE
  • Average high temperature in March: 48°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 31.6°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 (16.7°F).

Average pressure in March
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Average pressure in March - Orchard, NE
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"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
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Average wind speed in March - Orchard, NE
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Orchard, NE

Average humidity in March - Orchard, NE
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in March
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Average rainfall in March - Orchard, NE
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
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Average rainfall days in March - Orchard, NE
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
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Average snowfall in March - Orchard, NE
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.5").
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 - Orchard, NE
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Orchard, NE

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

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
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Average sunshine days in March - Orchard, NE
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in March
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Average UV index in March - Orchard, 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 - Orchard, NE
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
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Average visibility in March - Orchard, 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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