March weather forecast
Valentine, NE

With March, comes a perceptible change in Valentine, Nebraska's weather narrative. Transitioning from winter, there is a consequential rise in temperature compared to February. Meanwhile, the snowfall lessens to a recorded 6.5" (165mm). The shift from frosty chills to warmer temperatures is indicative of the waning winter season. The weather metamorphosis paves the way for spring, with corresponding changes in flora and fauna.

Temperature

As Valentine welcomes March, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from a cold 39.9°F (4.4°C) in February to a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C). Valentine receives a consistent average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) in March, a substantial dip from the day's heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 62.9%.

Rainfall

In Valentine, in March, during 7.1 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Valentine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 87.9 days and collects up to 20.04" (509mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.6 days and accumulates 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:07 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during March translates into the following guidance:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.