March weather forecast
Elgin, NV

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Elgin, Nevada, with temperature in the range of an average high of 53.4°F (11.9°C) and an average low of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

In March, the meteorological conditions subtly change with the average high-temperature edging from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in February to a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C). During March, Elgin experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 47%.

Rainfall

In Elgin, in March, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 75.1 rainfall days, and 11.26" (286mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 3.1 days. Throughout March, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21 snowfall days, and 20.12" (511mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Elgin, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 5:32 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:00 pm PDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from PDT to PST.

Sunshine

In Elgin, the average sunshine in March is 8.3h.

UV index

In Elgin, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

Elgin in March has an average high-temperature of 53.4°F (11.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 47%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Elgin, during March, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Elgin, in March, during 3.1 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Elgin have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 5:32 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:00 pm PDT.

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 PST to PDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Elgin?

In Elgin, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Elgin, NV

Average temperature in March - Elgin, NV
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (25.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Elgin, NV

Average pressure in March - Elgin, NV
  • Average pressure in March: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.2"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Elgin, NV

Average wind speed in March - Elgin, NV
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, November and December (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Elgin, NV

Average humidity in March - Elgin, NV
  • Average humidity in March: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (20%).

Average rainfall in March
Elgin, NV

Average rainfall in March - Elgin, NV
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Elgin, NV

Average rainfall days in March - Elgin, NV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Elgin, NV

Average snowfall in March - Elgin, NV
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Elgin, NV

Average snowfall days in March - Elgin, NV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.9 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
Elgin, NV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elgin, NV
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Elgin, NV

Average sunshine days in March - Elgin, NV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (18.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Elgin, NV

Average UV index in March - Elgin, NV
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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
Elgin, NV

Average cloud cover in March - Elgin, NV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in March
Elgin, NV

Average visibility in March - Elgin, NV
  • 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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