March weather forecast
Cottonwood Heights, UT

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Weather in March

March brings the arrival of the spring thaw to Cottonwood Heights. There is a notable upswing in temperature from the freezing conditions of February. Snowfall drops drastically to 6.69" (170mm) this month, hinting at the seasonal shift. The city basks in more late-afternoon sun as the hours of daylight continue to stretch out. However, even as we transition from winter to spring, don’t stow away winter coats quite yet as cold temperatures persist.

Temperature

As February transitions into March in Cottonwood Heights, a change in temperatures is observed, with average highs moving from an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C) to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). In Cottonwood Heights, an average temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) is noted during March nights.

Humidity

In Cottonwood Heights, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Cottonwood Heights, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cottonwood Heights, there are 118.7 rainfall days, and 16.34" (415mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Cottonwood Heights, during March, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.69" (170mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Cottonwood Heights, there are 62.8 snowfall days, and 51.65" (1312mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cottonwood Heights, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:19 pm MST. On the last day of March, in Cottonwood Heights, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:51 pm MDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Cottonwood Heights is 8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Cottonwood Heights is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in March transforms into this advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Cottonwood Heights?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Cottonwood Heights, is 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Cottonwood Heights?

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in Cottonwood Heights in March?

In March, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Cottonwood Heights?

In Cottonwood Heights, during March, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Cottonwood Heights?

In March, the average day length in Cottonwood Heights, Utah, is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Cottonwood Heights?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:19 pm MST. On the last day of the month, in Cottonwood Heights, Utah, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:51 pm MDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Cottonwood Heights?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Cottonwood Heights is 8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Cottonwood Heights?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average temperature in March - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average pressure in March - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average wind speed in March - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average humidity in March - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (38%).

Average rainfall in March
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average rainfall in March - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.67").

Average rainfall days in March
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average rainfall days in March - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average snowfall in March - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average snowfall days in March - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average sunshine days in March - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average UV index in March - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average cloud cover in March - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average cloud cover in March: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in March
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Average visibility in March - Cottonwood Heights, UT
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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