March weather forecast
Elko, NV

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The front of the iconic county courthouse of Elko County in Nevada
The front of the iconic county courthouse of Elko County in Nevada

Weather in March

March ushers a noticeable shift in Elko's weather, thanks to temperatures warming to daily highs and lows of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C), respectively. The shift towards spring becomes more evident as the ice melts and green shoots start poking through the ground. March marks the beginning of Elko's spring with less snow and more rain, signaling a transformation in the city's landscape. Visitors often flock to the city parks to view the early bursts of spring blooms, while locals shake off their winter hibernation with invigorating outdoor activities.

Temperature

March brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C) in February to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). Elko's temperature lowers to a mean of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) during the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Elko is 67%.

Rainfall

In Elko, in March, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elko, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.1 days and collects up to 10.28" (261mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Elko, in March, during 8.2 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 53 snowfall days, and 30.28" (769mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:34 pm PST. On the last day of March, in Elko, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:07 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

The average sunshine in March in Elko, Nevada, is 7.9h.

UV index

In Elko, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Elko?

In Elko, 44.1°F (6.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 28.6°F (-1.9°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Elko?

In March, the average relative humidity is 67%.

How much does it rain in Elko in March?

In March, in Elko, Nevada, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout March, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Elko in March?

In Elko, Nevada, in March, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Elko?

On the first day of March in Elko, Nevada, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:34 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:07 pm PDT.

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

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 in Elko?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Elko is 7.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Elko?

In Elko, Nevada, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Elko, NV

Average temperature in March - Elko, NV
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Elko, NV

Average pressure in March - Elko, NV
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.26"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Elko, NV

Average wind speed in March - Elko, NV
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Elko, NV

Average humidity in March - Elko, NV
  • Average humidity in March: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (26%).

Average rainfall in March
Elko, NV

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Elko, NV

Average rainfall days in March - Elko, NV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Elko, NV

Average snowfall in March - Elko, NV
  • Average snowfall in March: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Elko, NV

Average snowfall days in March - Elko, NV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Elko, NV

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Elko, NV
  • 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: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Elko, NV

Average sunshine days in March - Elko, NV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Elko, NV

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Elko, NV

Average cloud cover in March - Elko, NV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in March
Elko, NV

Average visibility in March - Elko, NV
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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