March weather forecastAbilene, TX
March
Weather in March
March heralds the onset of Spring in Abilene, Texas, with temperatures beginning to climb gradually. The weather starts to lean towards the warmer side, marking a notable shift from the cooler months of January and February. Sunshine begins to dominate more hours in a day, paving the way for longer daylight spans as winter recedes. Further, the frequency of rain increases significantly compared to February, with the city experiencing rainfall for about eight days during the month. Consequently, March finds a delicate balance between winter's farewell and spring's arrival, casting a transitional weather spell across Abilene.Temperature
With the onset of March, Abilene experiences a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C) in February to an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C). In Abilene, the average nighttime temperature during March is a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Abilene is 53%.Rainfall
In Abilene, Texas, in March, during 8 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Abilene, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.5 days and collects up to 15.79" (401mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Abilene aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Abilene, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.7 days and aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.Daylight
In Abilene, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:36 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:58 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.
Sunshine
In Abilene, Texas, the average sunshine in March is 8.2h.UV index
In Abilene, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Average temperature in March
Abilene, TX
- Average high temperature in March: 70.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.5°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (56.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 49.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).
Average pressure in March
Abilene, TX
- Average pressure in March: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Abilene, TX
- Average wind speed in March: 13mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Abilene, TX
- Average humidity in March: 53%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).
Average rainfall in March
Abilene, TX
- Average rainfall in March: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.13").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.71").
Average rainfall days in March
Abilene, TX
- Average rainfall days in March: 8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Abilene, TX
- Average snowfall in March: 0.51"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Abilene, TX
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Abilene, TX
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 8h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Abilene, TX
- Average sunshine days in March: 21.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (16.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Abilene, TX
- Average UV index in March: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in March
Abilene, TX
- Average cloud cover in March: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).
Average visibility in March
Abilene, TX
- 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).
