March weather forecast
Plains, TX

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Plains, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 68.5°F (20.3°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

Plains in March experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from February's refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C) to a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C). Nightly readings in March display a noticeable downturn from daily highs in Plains, with the average low-temperature registering a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 37%.

Rainfall

In Plains, in March, during 6.4 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 83.3 days and collects up to 11.42" (290mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Plains, during March, snow falls for 0.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Plains, there are 8.8 snowfall days, and 3.7" (94mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:48 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Plains, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 8:11 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 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Plains in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Plains, is 68.5°F (20.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 45.9°F (7.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Plains?

The average relative humidity in March in Plains is 37%.

How many days does it rain in March in Plains?

In Plains, Texas, during March, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Plains?

In Plains, Texas, in March, during 0.4 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Plains?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:48 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Plains, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 8:11 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Plains, 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 Plains have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Plains is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Plains?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Plains, TX

Average temperature in March - Plains, TX
  • Average high temperature in March: 68.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are June, July and August (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Plains, TX

Average pressure in March - Plains, TX
  • Average pressure in March: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Plains, TX

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Plains, TX

Average humidity in March - Plains, TX
  • Average humidity in March: 37%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (34%).

Average rainfall in March
Plains, TX

Average rainfall in March - Plains, TX
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.28").

Average rainfall days in March
Plains, TX

Average rainfall days in March - Plains, TX
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Plains, TX

Average snowfall in March - Plains, TX
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Plains, TX

Average snowfall days in March - Plains, TX
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Plains, TX

Average sunshine days in March - Plains, TX
  • Average sunshine days in March: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (14.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Plains, TX

Average UV index in March - Plains, 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 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Plains, TX

Average cloud cover in March - Plains, TX
  • Average cloud cover in March: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in March
Plains, TX

Average visibility in March - Plains, 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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