March weather forecast
Benton, AR

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Weather in March

March marks the beginning of a warmer shift in weather compared to the previous month in Benton. The city experiences an incremental rise in temperature, indicating the incoming bloom of spring. Although the dog days of winter are over, March still sees the most rainfall days in the year with an average of 14.8 days. The diversified weather, which includes both rain and sunshine, offers a rich spectrum of nature’s colors, making Benton even more engaging. Consider March as the transition from the chill of winter to the warmth of spring.

Temperature

Benton's weather in March presents a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in February to a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C). An average low-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) is observed during March nights in Benton.

Humidity

The most humid month in Benton, Arkansas, is March, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Benton, during March, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.9 rainfall days, and 35" (889mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Benton aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.1 snowfall days, and 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Benton is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:31 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 Benton, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

During March, Benton experiences an average high-temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C) and a low-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout March, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Benton?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Benton aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

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

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

In Benton, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Benton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Benton, AR

Average temperature in March - Benton, AR
  • Average high temperature in March: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Benton, AR

Average pressure in March - Benton, AR
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Benton, AR

Average wind speed in March - Benton, AR
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Benton, AR

Average humidity in March - Benton, AR
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Benton, AR

Average rainfall in March - Benton, AR
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Benton, AR

Average rainfall days in March - Benton, AR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Benton, AR

Average snowfall in March - Benton, AR
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Benton, AR

Average snowfall days in March - Benton, AR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and 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
Benton, AR

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Benton, AR
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Benton, AR

Average sunshine days in March - Benton, AR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Benton, AR

Average UV index in March - Benton, AR
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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

Average cloud cover in March
Benton, AR

Average cloud cover in March - Benton, AR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Benton, AR

Average visibility in March - Benton, AR
  • 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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