March weather forecast
Salem, NE

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Salem, Nebraska, with an average temperature ranging between min 35.2°F (1.8°C) and max 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

March's onset witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 38.1°F (3.4°C) in February to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 35.2°F (1.8°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In Salem, Nebraska, during March, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.1 rainfall days, and 22.8" (579mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Salem, in March, during 3.1 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Salem, during the entire year, snow falls for 22 days and aggregates up to 8.7" (221mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:46 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

In Salem, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Salem in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 70%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 3.1 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Salem have in March?

In Salem, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Salem?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:46 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 many hours of sunshine does Salem have in March?

In Salem, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Salem, NE

Average temperature in March - Salem, NE
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Salem, NE

Average pressure in March - Salem, NE
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Salem, NE

Average wind speed in March - Salem, NE
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Salem, NE

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, June, July and August (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in March
Salem, NE

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Salem, NE

Average rainfall days in March - Salem, NE
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Salem, NE

Average snowfall in March - Salem, NE
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Salem, NE

Average snowfall days in March - Salem, NE
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.1 days

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

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Salem, 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: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Salem, NE

Average sunshine days in March - Salem, NE
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in March
Salem, NE

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Salem, NE

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Salem, NE

Average visibility in March - Salem, 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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