March weather forecast
Shafter, TX

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderately hot month in Shafter, Texas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 53.4°F (11.9°C) and 77.2°F (25.1°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a modest temperature shift, moving from a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C) in February to a moderately hot 77.2°F (25.1°C). Shafter undergoes a major shift from daytime highs, averaging a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) during the night in March.

Humidity

In Shafter, the average relative humidity in March is 26%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shafter, during the entire year, the rain falls for 75.1 days and collects up to 6.89" (175mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall in Shafter.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:56 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 8:15 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

The average sunshine in March is 9.5h.

UV index

In Shafter, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Shafter?

During March, Shafter experiences an average high-temperature of 77.2°F (25.1°C) and a low-temperature of 53.4°F (11.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Shafter?

The average relative humidity in March in Shafter is 26%.

How much does it rain in Shafter in March?

In March, in Shafter, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Shafter?

In Shafter, snow does not fall in February through November.

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

In March, the average day length in Shafter, Texas, is 12h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Shafter?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Shafter, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 8:15 pm CDT.

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

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 Shafter have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Shafter is 9.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Shafter?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Shafter is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Shafter, TX

Average temperature in March - Shafter, TX
  • Average high temperature in March: 77.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (96.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (61.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 53.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Shafter, TX

Average pressure in March - Shafter, TX
  • Average pressure in March: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Shafter, TX

Average wind speed in March - Shafter, TX
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Shafter, TX

Average humidity in March - Shafter, TX
  • Average humidity in March: 26%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (45%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (23%).

Average rainfall in March
Shafter, TX

Average rainfall in March - Shafter, TX
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.12").

Average rainfall days in March
Shafter, TX

Average rainfall days in March - Shafter, TX
  • Average rainfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shafter, TX

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shafter, TX

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shafter, 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: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shafter, TX

Average sunshine days in March - Shafter, TX
  • Average sunshine days in March: 26.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Shafter, TX

Average UV index in March - Shafter, TX
  • Average UV index in March: 6

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
Shafter, TX

Average cloud cover in March - Shafter, TX
  • Average cloud cover in March: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 20).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in March
Shafter, TX

Average visibility in March - Shafter, 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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