March weather forecast
Shelby, NE

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Shelby, Nebraska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of March brings a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C) in February to a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C). Shelby encounters an average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In Shelby, in March, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shelby, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.4 days and collects up to 18.62" (473mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Shelby, Nebraska, during March, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27.8 snowfall days, and 11.14" (283mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:54 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

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Shelby, is 49.8°F (9.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Shelby, in March, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shelby have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Shelby, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:54 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 Shelby have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Shelby, NE

Average temperature in March - Shelby, NE
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.1°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 (17.1°F).

Average pressure in March
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Average pressure in March - Shelby, 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 - Shelby, NE
  • Average wind speed in March: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in March
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Average humidity in March - Shelby, NE
  • Average humidity in March: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
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Average snowfall in March - Shelby, NE
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
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 - Shelby, NE
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 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 - Shelby, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
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Average sunshine days in March - Shelby, NE
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

Average UV index in March
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Average UV index in March - Shelby, 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 - Shelby, NE
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
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Average visibility in March - Shelby, 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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