March weather forecast
Minden, NV

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Weather in March

In March, the weather in Minden starts to display signs of spring as it transitions from the wintery chill of February. A noticeable shift is the daylight extension, with the sun now setting later in the day. However, the chill in the air is still present, particularly in the evenings. Rainfall is prevalent, indicating March as the wettest month. The snowy landscapes begin to thaw, making way for vibrant spring colors.

Temperature

Minden's entry into March measures an average high-temperature of a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C), closely parallel to the preceding month. Minden experiences an average nighttime temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In Minden, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Minden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80.6 days and collects up to 13.82" (351mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Minden. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 9.33" (237mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Minden is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:52 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:22 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 Minden, the average sunshine in March is 8.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Minden, is 43.9°F (6.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Minden, the average relative humidity in March is 70%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Minden, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 8.3 days and typically aggregates up to 9.33" (237mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Minden, during March, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.33" (237mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:52 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:22 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 many hours of sunshine does Minden have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Minden, NV

Average temperature in March - Minden, NV
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (22.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Minden, NV

Average pressure in March - Minden, NV
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.18"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Minden, NV

Average wind speed in March - Minden, NV
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, August and October (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Minden, NV

Average humidity in March - Minden, NV
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (34%).

Average rainfall in March
Minden, NV

Average rainfall in March - Minden, NV
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Minden, NV

Average rainfall days in March - Minden, NV
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Minden, NV

Average snowfall in March - Minden, NV
  • Average snowfall in March: 9.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (9.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Minden, NV

Average snowfall days in March - Minden, NV
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Minden, NV

Average sunshine days in March - Minden, NV
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Minden, NV

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Minden, NV

Average cloud cover in March - Minden, NV
  • Average cloud cover in March: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in March
Minden, NV

Average visibility in March - Minden, 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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