March weather forecast
Austin, TX

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The beautiful Lady Bird Lake passing through the city skyscrapers of Austin city, Texas
The beautiful Lady Bird Lake passing through the city skyscrapers of Austin city, Texas

Weather in March

Austin starts to show signs of spring in March. The temperature slightly rises, and rainfall increases slightly to 1.42" (36mm) over an average of 13.3 days. This enlightens spring blossoms and those seeking an optimal blend of moderate temperatures and rainfall. March paves the way for the consistent warmth and sunshine that defines weather patterns in Austin for the coming months.

Temperature

March introduces a marginal temperature uplift in Austin, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's comfortable 63°F (17.2°C) to a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C). During March, Austin experiences an average low-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Austin, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.7 rainfall days, and 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Austin, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:49 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 6.6h.

UV index

In Austin, Texas, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in March transforms into this advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Austin in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 70.3°F (21.3°C) and 52.5°F (11.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Austin?

The average relative humidity in March in Austin is 73%.

How much does it rain in Austin in March?

In Austin, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Austin?

In Austin, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in Austin in March?

In March, in Austin, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Austin have in March?

In Austin, Texas, the average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Austin?

On the first day of March in Austin, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Austin, 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 Austin have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Austin?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Austin, TX

Average temperature in March - Austin, TX
  • Average high temperature in March: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (96.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 52.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Austin, TX

Average pressure in March - Austin, TX
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Austin, TX

Average wind speed in March - Austin, TX
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Austin, TX

Average humidity in March - Austin, TX
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (59%).

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Average rainfall in March
Austin, TX

Average rainfall in March - Austin, TX
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in March
Austin, TX

Average rainfall days in March - Austin, TX
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Austin, TX

Average snowfall in March - Austin, TX
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.4").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Austin, TX

Average snowfall days in March - Austin, TX
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Austin, TX

Average sunshine days in March - Austin, TX
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Austin, TX

Average UV index in March - Austin, TX
  • Average UV index in March: 5

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 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Austin, TX

Average cloud cover in March - Austin, TX
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in March
Austin, TX

Average visibility in March - Austin, 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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