March weather forecast
Shell, WY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a subzero cold month in Shell, Wyoming, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's 22.1°F (-5.5°C) to a still freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). Throughout the month of March, Shell observes an average nighttime temperature of 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Shell, Wyoming, in March, during 4.3 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.3 days and collects up to 19.13" (486mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. In Shell, in March, snow falls for 13.3 days, with typically accumulated 7.56" (192mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 113.3 snowfall days, and 89.02" (2261mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Shell, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:37 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

In Shell, the average sunshine in March is 7.3h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 21, 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 Shell, records 30.6°F (-0.8°C), while the low-temperature is 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Shell?

In Shell, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, in Shell, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, in Shell, it is snowing for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 7.56" (192mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:46 am and sunset at 5:59 pm MST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:37 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 Shell, 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 Shell have in March?

In Shell, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.3h.

What are the months with 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.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk 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
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Shell, WY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (69.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 13.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (2.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Shell, WY

Average pressure in March - Shell, WY
  • Average pressure in March: 29.99"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Shell, WY

Average wind speed in March - Shell, WY
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Shell, WY

Average humidity in March - Shell, WY
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

Average rainfall in March
Shell, WY

Average rainfall in March - Shell, WY
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
Shell, WY

Average rainfall days in March - Shell, WY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shell, WY

Average snowfall in March - Shell, WY
  • Average snowfall in March: 7.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is May (19.33").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shell, WY

Average snowfall days in March - Shell, WY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shell, WY

Average sunshine days in March - Shell, WY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Shell, WY

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

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 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Shell, WY

Average cloud cover in March - Shell, WY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in March
Shell, WY

Average visibility in March - Shell, WY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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