March weather forecast
Sterling, NE

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sterling, is a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 52°F (11.1°C).

Temperature

An increase in the average high-temperature marks March, surging from February's wintry 37.4°F (3°C) to a cool 52°F (11.1°C). Sterling encounters an average low-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 69%.

Rainfall

In Sterling, in March, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sterling, there are 105 rainfall days, and 15.94" (405mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Sterling, in March, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Sterling, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.4 days and aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Sterling, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:49 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 Sterling, Nebraska, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In Sterling, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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 Sterling?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sterling are 52°F (11.1°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Sterling?

In March, the average relative humidity in Sterling is 69%.

How much does it rain in Sterling in March?

In Sterling, Nebraska, during March, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sterling in March?

In Sterling, Nebraska, in March, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Sterling?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.

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

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 Sterling?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Sterling is 6.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Sterling?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Sterling, Nebraska, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Sterling, NE

Average temperature in March - Sterling, NE
  • Average high temperature in March: 52°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Sterling, NE

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

Average wind speed in March
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Average wind speed in March - Sterling, NE
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Sterling, NE

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in March
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Average rainfall in March - Sterling, NE
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Sterling, NE

Average rainfall days in March - Sterling, NE
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sterling, NE

Average snowfall in March - Sterling, NE
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sterling, NE

Average snowfall days in March - Sterling, NE
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sterling, 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 18min).

  • 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: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sterling, NE

Average sunshine days in March - Sterling, NE
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).

Average UV index in March
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Average UV index in March - Sterling, 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 - Sterling, NE
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
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Average visibility in March - Sterling, 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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