March weather forecast
Jackson, WY

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A calm and clear river and vast green fields approaching the iconic white mountains within the Grand Teton National Park in Jackson, Wyoming
A calm and clear river and vast green fields approaching the iconic white mountains within the Grand Teton National Park in Jackson, Wyoming

Weather in March

March witnesses a slight easing of the winter chill. Comparatively warmer temperatures, climbing up to 30.6°F (-0.8°C) coupled with fewer snowy days, induce the first signs of spring. Also, the snowfall volume starts to dwindle, yet remains significant at 26.38" (670mm) for the month. Longer and marginally brighter days gradually replace the long, brooding nights. Though winter hasn't officially waved goodbye, the gentle warmth of the budding spring is certainly perceptible.

Temperature

As March begins, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from 24.3°F (-4.3°C) in February to a still subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In Jackson, March's nights observe an average temperature dip to a still subzero cold 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 93%.

Rainfall

In Jackson, in March, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 103 rainfall days, and 29.84" (758mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 24.8 days. Throughout March, 26.38" (670mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Jackson, there are 173.6 snowfall days, and 181.26" (4604mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:12 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:49 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 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in March translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

In Jackson, 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 14.4°F (-9.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 93%.

How many days does it rain in March in Jackson?

In March, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout March, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Jackson, during March, snow falls for 24.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 26.38" (670mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Jackson, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:12 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:49 pm MDT.

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 MST to MDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Jackson, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Jackson, WY

Average temperature in March - Jackson, WY
  • Average high temperature in March: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Jackson, WY

Average pressure in March - Jackson, WY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.27"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Jackson, WY

Average wind speed in March - Jackson, WY
  • Average wind speed in March: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Jackson, WY

Average humidity in March - Jackson, WY
  • Average humidity in March: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).

Average rainfall in March
Jackson, WY

Average rainfall in March - Jackson, WY
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.34").

Average rainfall days in March
Jackson, WY

Average rainfall days in March - Jackson, WY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Jackson, WY

Average snowfall in March - Jackson, WY
  • Average snowfall in March: 26.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (29.33").
The month with the least snowfall is August (0.12").

Average snowfall days in March
Jackson, WY

Average snowfall days in March - Jackson, WY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 24.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (24.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.4 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Jackson, WY

Average sunshine days in March - Jackson, WY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Jackson, WY

Average UV index in March - Jackson, WY
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Jackson, WY

Average cloud cover in March - Jackson, WY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in March
Jackson, WY

Average visibility in March - Jackson, WY
  • Average visibility in March: 3mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (3mi).

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