March weather forecast
Amarillo, TX

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Street lights shine bright in the night with a view of the scenic full moon up in Amarillo, Texas
Street lights shine bright in the night with a view of the scenic full moon up in Amarillo, Texas

Weather in March

Weather in March ushers in the early signs of spring with noticeable shifts in several climatological parameters. Statistics reflect the return of warmer temperatures and the diminishing presence of snowfall. In contrast to February, March sees an increase in rainfall with a monthly average of 0.67" (17mm). There's a slight rise in wind speeds as well, bringing with them the fresh scents of spring. Amarillo, therefore, enjoys a refreshing change from the comparatively bleak winter months.

Temperature

The arrival of March in Amarillo, Texas, sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in February to a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C). Amarillo, during the nights of March, registers a substantial plunge from the daytime high, averaging at a cold 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Humidity

In Amarillo, the average relative humidity in March is 43%.

Rainfall

In Amarillo, in March, during 6 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 80.4 rainfall days, and 9.76" (248mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Amarillo are January through April, October through December. In Amarillo, in March, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Amarillo, Texas, there are 10.7 snowfall days, and 4.49" (114mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Amarillo, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:43 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Amarillo, Texas, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 8:08 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 March, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Amarillo in March?

The high-temperature in Amarillo during March is 65.3°F (18.5°C) and the low-temperature is 42.1°F (5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Amarillo?

In Amarillo, the average relative humidity in March is 43%.

How much does it rain in Amarillo in March?

In Amarillo, in March, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Amarillo?

In March, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout March, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Amarillo?

In March, the average day length is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Amarillo?

On the first day of March in Amarillo, Texas, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 8:08 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Amarillo, Texas, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Amarillo have in March?

In Amarillo, Texas, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Amarillo?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Amarillo, Texas, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Amarillo, TX

Average temperature in March - Amarillo, TX
  • Average high temperature in March: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (49.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (31.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Amarillo, TX

Average pressure in March - Amarillo, TX
  • Average pressure in March: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Amarillo, TX

Average wind speed in March - Amarillo, TX
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (14.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Amarillo, TX

Average humidity in March - Amarillo, TX
  • Average humidity in March: 43%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (42%).

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Average rainfall in March
Amarillo, TX

Average rainfall in March - Amarillo, TX
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.67"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and October (1.26").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in March
Amarillo, TX

Average rainfall days in March - Amarillo, TX
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Amarillo, TX

Average snowfall in March - Amarillo, TX
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Amarillo, TX

Average snowfall days in March - Amarillo, TX
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Amarillo, TX

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Amarillo, TX
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Amarillo, TX

Average sunshine days in March - Amarillo, TX
  • Average sunshine days in March: 24 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Amarillo, TX

Average UV index in March - Amarillo, TX
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Amarillo, TX

Average cloud cover in March - Amarillo, TX
  • Average cloud cover in March: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

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Average visibility in March
Amarillo, TX

Average visibility in March - Amarillo, 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).

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