March weather forecast
Thornton, TX

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Thornton, is a pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50.7°F (10.4°C) and an average high of 68.4°F (20.2°C).

Temperature

The shift into March brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) in February to an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C). The nights of March anticipate an average low-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Thornton, in March, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Thornton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.9 days and collects up to 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Thornton aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.7 snowfall days, and 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Thornton, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Thornton, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:45 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 Thornton, Texas, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

In Thornton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Thornton in March?

In Thornton, 68.4°F (20.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 50.7°F (10.4°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Thornton?

In Thornton, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Thornton, in March, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Thornton aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Thornton have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:45 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 Thornton have in March?

In Thornton, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Thornton, TX

Average temperature in March - Thornton, TX
  • Average high temperature in March: 68.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Thornton, TX

Average pressure in March - Thornton, TX
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Thornton, TX

Average wind speed in March - Thornton, TX
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Thornton, TX

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (62%).

Average rainfall in March
Thornton, TX

Average rainfall in March - Thornton, TX
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Thornton, TX

Average rainfall days in March - Thornton, TX
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Thornton, TX

Average snowfall in March - Thornton, TX
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Thornton, TX

Average snowfall days in March - Thornton, TX
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Thornton, TX

Average sunshine days in March - Thornton, TX
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Thornton, TX

Average UV index in March - Thornton, 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
Thornton, TX

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Thornton, TX

Average visibility in March - Thornton, 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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