March weather forecast
Houston, TX

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A beautiful park in Root square overlooking the central business district of Houston, Texas, USA
A beautiful park in Root square overlooking the central business district of Houston, Texas, USA

Weather in March

March marks the start of spring in Houston. The transformation that the city undergoes from a cold, quiet place in winter to a vibrant, colourful city in spring is quite remarkable. The air becomes warmer, flowers start to bloom, and the overall mood of the city improves. The daylight increases to 12 hours, indicative of the transition into the Spring Equinox. March is characterised by rainfall of 2.09" (53mm), symbolising the typical "Spring Showers" weather pattern.

Temperature

March's arrival in Houston coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C) to an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C). In Houston, March's nights observe an average temperature dip to a moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Houston, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 180.5 rainfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Houston, Texas, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Houston, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:39 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 Houston, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Houston, is 72.1°F (22.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 56.7°F (13.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Houston, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

February through November are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Houston have in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Houston, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Houston is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Houston, TX

Average temperature in March - Houston, TX
  • Average high temperature in March: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (94.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (61.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 56.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46°F).

Average pressure in March
Houston, TX

Average pressure in March - Houston, TX
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Houston, TX

Average wind speed in March - Houston, TX
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Houston, TX

Average humidity in March - Houston, TX
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Houston, TX

Average rainfall in March - Houston, TX
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Houston, TX

Average rainfall days in March - Houston, TX
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Houston, TX

Average snowfall in March - Houston, TX
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Houston, TX

Average snowfall days in March - Houston, TX
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

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

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Houston, TX

Average sunshine days in March - Houston, TX
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (7.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Houston, TX

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Houston, TX

Average cloud cover in March - Houston, TX
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Houston, TX

Average visibility in March - Houston, 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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