March weather forecast
Gainesville, TX

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a comfortable month in Gainesville, Texas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 65.7°F (18.7°C) and 48°F (8.9°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a change in high-temperatures, moving from a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C) in February to a still refreshing 65.7°F (18.7°C). The average low-temperature during March nights is a chilly 48°F (8.9°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In Gainesville, in March, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.7 rainfall days, and 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Gainesville aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.3 snowfall days, and 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:48 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 Gainesville, the average sunshine in March is 7.2h.

UV index

In Gainesville, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during March morphs into the following directions:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In Gainesville, in March, the average high-temperature is 65.7°F (18.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 48°F (8.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 70%.

How many days does it rain in March in Gainesville?

In Gainesville, in March, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Gainesville aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:48 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 Gainesville have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Gainesville, TX

Average temperature in March - Gainesville, TX
  • Average high temperature in March: 65.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 48°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (74.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Gainesville, TX

Average pressure in March - Gainesville, TX
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Gainesville, TX

Average wind speed in March - Gainesville, TX
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Gainesville, TX

Average humidity in March - Gainesville, TX
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in March
Gainesville, TX

Average rainfall in March - Gainesville, TX
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
Gainesville, TX

Average rainfall days in March - Gainesville, TX
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Gainesville, TX

Average snowfall in March - Gainesville, TX
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Gainesville, TX

Average snowfall days in March - Gainesville, TX
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Gainesville, TX

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Gainesville, TX

Average sunshine days in March - Gainesville, TX
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Gainesville, TX

Average UV index in March - Gainesville, TX
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Gainesville, TX

Average cloud cover in March - Gainesville, TX
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in March
Gainesville, TX

Average visibility in March - Gainesville, 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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