March weather forecast
Cheyenne, WY

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A sunny day in front of the State Capitol building in Cheyenne, Wyoming
A sunny day in front of the State Capitol building in Cheyenne, Wyoming

Weather in March

By March, winter loosens its grip on Cheyenne, leading to a gradual shift in the weather. The chilly air slowly starts to warm, with temperatures showing an upward trend. Relative humidity reduces by 7% compared to January's levels. This month is the wettest, with rainfall mounting to an average of 1.42" (36mm), serving as a prelude to the imminent arrival of spring. The snowy landscapes gradually recede, bringing new possibilities for outdoor enthusiasts who yearn for the crisp spring air.

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature shows an increase, moving up from a wintry 37°F (2.8°C) in February to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C). An average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is observed during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Cheyenne is 57%.

Rainfall

In Cheyenne, in March, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cheyenne, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116 days and collects up to 14.57" (370mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.2 days and accumulates 6.06" (154mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Cheyenne, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:50 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:23 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 is 8.5h.

UV index

In Cheyenne, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Cheyenne, is 47.5°F (8.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 57%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout March, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.2 days and accumulates 6.06" (154mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in March?

In Cheyenne, during March, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.06" (154mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:50 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:23 pm MDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Cheyenne have in March?

In Cheyenne, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Cheyenne, WY

Average temperature in March - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Cheyenne, WY

Average pressure in March - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average pressure in March: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Cheyenne, WY

Average wind speed in March - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Cheyenne, WY

Average humidity in March - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average humidity in March: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

Average rainfall in March
Cheyenne, WY

Average rainfall in March - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Cheyenne, WY

Average rainfall days in March - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cheyenne, WY

Average snowfall in March - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cheyenne, WY

Average snowfall days in March - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Cheyenne, WY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cheyenne, WY

Average sunshine days in March - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Cheyenne, WY

Average UV index in March - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Cheyenne, WY

Average cloud cover in March - Cheyenne, WY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in March
Cheyenne, WY

Average visibility in March - Cheyenne, WY
  • 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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