March weather forecast
Prescott, WA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Prescott, is a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 48.7°F (9.3°C) and min 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

As Prescott, Washington, transitions into March, the average high-temperature is observed to slightly rise from an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C) in February to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). In Prescott, the March nights cool down to an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Prescott, in March, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Prescott, Washington, there are 142.4 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September, November and December are months with snowfall in Prescott. In Prescott, in March, during 3.3 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Prescott, during the entire year, snow falls for 29 days and aggregates up to 13.7" (348mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March in Prescott, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:40 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:21 pm PDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from PDT to PST.

Sunshine

In Prescott, the average sunshine in March is 7.4h.

UV index

In Prescott, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Prescott?

The high-temperature, in March, in Prescott, records 48.7°F (9.3°C), while the low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Prescott?

The average relative humidity in March in Prescott is 73%.

How much does it rain in Prescott in March?

In Prescott, Washington, in March, during 17.6 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Prescott in March?

In Prescott, in March, during 3.3 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Prescott?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:40 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:21 pm PDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Prescott have in March?

In Prescott, Washington, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Prescott?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Prescott, WA

Average temperature in March - Prescott, WA
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Prescott, WA

Average pressure in March - Prescott, WA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Prescott, WA

Average wind speed in March - Prescott, WA
  • 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 (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Prescott, WA

Average humidity in March - Prescott, WA
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (38%).

Average rainfall in March
Prescott, WA

Average rainfall in March - Prescott, WA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.97").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.35").

Average rainfall days in March
Prescott, WA

Average rainfall days in March - Prescott, WA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Prescott, WA

Average snowfall in March - Prescott, WA
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Prescott, WA

Average snowfall days in March - Prescott, WA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Prescott, WA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Prescott, WA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Prescott, WA

Average sunshine days in March - Prescott, WA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).

Average UV index in March
Prescott, WA

Average UV index in March - Prescott, WA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Prescott, WA

Average cloud cover in March - Prescott, WA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in March
Prescott, WA

Average visibility in March - Prescott, WA
  • 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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