March weather forecast
Lander, WY

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Magnificence in the nature scenes around the stunning Sinks Canyon in Lander, Wyoming
Magnificence in the nature scenes around the stunning Sinks Canyon in Lander, Wyoming

Weather in March

March in Lander introduces a gradual transition from winter conditions to the onset of spring. The city experiences more rainfall and less snowfall compared to the preceding February. A noticeable uptick in temperature marks the shift to warmer days. However, this month’s standout feature is the considerable fluctuations in temperature, moving from 23.7°F (-4.6°C) up to 39.7°F (4.3°C). As Lander leaves March behind, April presents a promise of even warmer conditions and an increase in daylight.

Temperature

As Lander transitions into March, the average high-temperature is observed to rise from a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C) in February to a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C). The average low-temperature, in March, is a freezing cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Humidity

In Lander, the average relative humidity in March is 69%.

Rainfall

In Lander, in March, during 8 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 92.3 rainfall days, and 9.92" (252mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Lander, in March, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 6.65" (169mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56.6 snowfall days, and 39.65" (1007mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Lander is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:04 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:40 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 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Lander, records 39.7°F (4.3°C), while the low-temperature is 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Lander, during March, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Lander, in March, during 8.3 snowfall days, 6.65" (169mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:04 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:40 pm MDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Lander, 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in March in Lander?

In Lander, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Lander, WY

Average temperature in March - Lander, WY
  • Average high temperature in March: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (13.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Lander, WY

Average pressure in March - Lander, WY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.23"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Lander, WY

Average wind speed in March - Lander, WY
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Lander, WY

Average humidity in March - Lander, WY
  • Average humidity in March: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (34%).

Average rainfall in March
Lander, WY

Average rainfall in March - Lander, WY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in March
Lander, WY

Average rainfall days in March - Lander, WY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Lander, WY

Average snowfall in March - Lander, WY
  • Average snowfall in March: 6.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Lander, WY

Average snowfall days in March - Lander, WY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Lander, WY

Average sunshine days in March - Lander, WY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Lander, WY

Average UV index in March - Lander, WY
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Lander, WY

Average cloud cover in March - Lander, WY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 26

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in March
Lander, WY

Average visibility in March - Lander, 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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