March weather forecast
Arkansas City, TX

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Arkansas City, is still a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 62.4°F (16.9°C) and max 82.2°F (27.9°C).

Temperature

As Arkansas City, Texas, transitions into March, the average high-temperature is observed to slightly rise from a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C) in February to a still warm 82.2°F (27.9°C). An average low-temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C) is recorded during the nights in March.

Heat index

In March, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). Long-standing exposure coupled with ongoing activity could result in exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 63%.

Rainfall

In Arkansas City, in March, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 89.8 rainfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Arkansas City, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Arkansas City, Texas, is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:35 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:50 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 March, the average sunshine is 7.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during March translates into the following guidance:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In Arkansas City, in March, the average high-temperature is 82.2°F (27.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 62.4°F (16.9°C). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 63%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Arkansas City, in March, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Arkansas City, Texas, snow does not fall in February through December.

How many hours of daylight does Arkansas City have in March?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:35 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:50 pm CDT.

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 CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Arkansas City have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Arkansas City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Arkansas City, TX

Average temperature in March - Arkansas City, TX
  • Average high temperature in March: 82.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (99.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (69.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 62.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (53.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Arkansas City, TX

Average pressure in March - Arkansas City, TX
  • Average pressure in March: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Arkansas City, TX

Average wind speed in March - Arkansas City, TX
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May and July (13.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (9.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Arkansas City, TX

Average humidity in March - Arkansas City, TX
  • Average humidity in March: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (56%).

Average rainfall in March
Arkansas City, TX

Average rainfall in March - Arkansas City, TX
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Arkansas City, TX

Average rainfall days in March - Arkansas City, TX
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Arkansas City, TX

Average snowfall in March - Arkansas City, TX
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Arkansas City, TX

Average snowfall days in March - Arkansas City, TX
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Arkansas City, TX

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Arkansas City, TX
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Arkansas City, TX

Average sunshine days in March - Arkansas City, TX
  • Average sunshine days in March: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Arkansas City, TX

Average UV index in March - Arkansas City, TX
  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March
Arkansas City, TX

Average cloud cover in March - Arkansas City, TX
  • Average cloud cover in March: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in March
Arkansas City, TX

Average visibility in March - Arkansas City, TX
  • 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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