--- title: Moving in March in Reno and Sparks: Thaw and Time Change url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-march/ business: O'Brien's Moving & Storage address: 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 phone: 775-359-6683 (toll-free 1-800-253-7814) hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm licenses: U.S. DOT No. 30611, MC-109375, Nevada CPCN 1070; interstate agent for Bekins Van Lines since 1955 type: Moving and storage company, family owned since 1941 --- - [Home](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/) - [Moving resources: guides, checklists, tools and data](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/resources/) - [Moving guides](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/) - [The best time of year to move in Northern Nevada](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/best-time-to-move/) - Moving in Reno in March # Moving in March in Reno and Sparks March in Reno averages a 59.2 F high and a 34.0 F low, with 15.1 days at or below freezing and 2.9 inches of snow. Clocks change this month, and mid-month daylight lasts about 11.9 hours, so March is the month a move starts to feel like spring. or call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 [U.S. DOT No. 30611](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/about/licenses-and-authority/) ## March in Reno by the numbers - Average high / low 59 F / 34 F - Precipitation 0.8 in - Snowfall 2.9 in - Days at or below freezing 15 - Days at 90 F or hotter 0 - Sunrise / sunset mid-month (approx.) 7:12 / 19:05 Data (station Reno-Tahoe International Airport): [NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020](https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/products/land-based-station/us-climate-normals); [NOAA solar calculator equations (approximate)](https://gml.noaa.gov/grad/solcalc/). March is a transition month. The airport normals show highs near 59 F, and freezing mornings fall from 25.7 in January to 15.1. Late snow still arrives, but it usually melts the same day in the valley. Mountain towns are a different matter, and the pass rules from winter continue. ## Melt, mud and wet doorways With 0.8 inches of precipitation spread over about 5.5 days, March is damp rather than snowy in Reno. The practical problem is mud and slush on lawns, driveways and walkways. Lay down floor runners, and keep a mat at each door so the crew can wipe their feet. At a new home that has just had a thaw, ask the seller or landlord to clear the walkway. At an old home, move cars out of the way so the truck can park near the door. ## Clocks change and the day gets longer Daylight saving time begins in March. On March 15 the sun rises at the warehouse about 7:12 am by the new clock and sets about 7:05 pm, which is 11.9 hours of daylight. The evening is long enough to finish unloading at the new house after a morning pickup. Mind the lost hour on the weekend of the change when you set an arrival time. ## School calendars and lease cycles Many families plan around school breaks. Washoe County School District publishes every school's calendar on its website, so check your own school's spring break before you set a date. Moving during a break lets children avoid a mid-term school change. Landlords sometimes list units for April 1, and tenants who give notice in March need the final week of the month cleared for cleaning and inspection. ## Mountain moves in March Truckee's ranger station still averages 32.2 inches of snow in March, with a high of 49.6 F and a low of 21.2 F. Chain controls can still be posted on Interstate 80. Caltrans tells drivers to stop and install chains when signs call for them. Ask your estimator to schedule a Tahoe or Truckee delivery with weather in mind, and keep your phone on the day before. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [NOAA NCEI, U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020](https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/products/land-based-station/us-climate-normals) - [Washoe County School District, 2026-2027 calendars](https://www.washoeschools.net/directory/student-enrollment-and-records/school-calendars/upcoming-approved-2026-2027-school-year-calendars) - [Caltrans, Chain Controls](https://dot.ca.gov/travel/winter-driving-tips/chain-controls) ### Free in-home estimate - An O'Brien's estimator walks through your home - A written, itemized estimate - 10 free heavy-duty boxes, yours to keep [How our estimates work](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/how-our-estimates-work/) ### Visit or call the office 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) | Monday to Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | | --- | --- | | Saturday and Sunday | Closed | [Get my free estimate](#estimate) ### Related - [Moving in Reno in April](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-april/) - [Moving in Reno in February](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-february/) - [How far ahead to book movers](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/how-far-ahead-to-book-movers/) - [Movers in Truckee](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/areas/truckee/) Moving month by month ## Read next - [Moving in Reno in April](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-april/) - [Moving in Reno in May](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-may/) - [Moving in Reno in June](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-june/) - [Moving in Reno in July](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-july/) - [Moving in Reno in August](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-august/) - [Moving in Reno in September](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-september/) - [Moving in Reno in October](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-october/) - [Moving in Reno in November](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-november/) Answers ## Questions people ask Still have a question? Call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683), Mon-Fri 8-5, or see the [moving FAQ](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/). ### How warm is Reno in March? The average high is 59.2 F and the average low is 34.0 F. ### Does it still freeze in March? Yes, about 15.1 mornings, down from 25.7 in January. ### Is March a busy month for movers? It is a shoulder month. Demand rises toward April, so book a few weeks ahead for a weekend date. ## 4.3 stars from 71 Google reviews What customers say about O'Brien's [Read more reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/)[See them on Google](https://maps.google.com/maps?cid=17335326057105140938) A Ami M. February 7, 2023 O'Brien's is great! They made my move easy. They were responsive, professional and accommodating. Trusting them with my move was one less thing I had to worry about. ### Owner's reply Ami thank you so much! It was a pleasure to assist you with your move and knowing that we were able to lessen any stress you may have had with the moving process, makes us so happy!! If you need anything in the future please let us know. M Mike K. August 30, 2019 The best customer service ever! ### Owner's reply Thanks Mike we sincerely appreciate you and your business! P Patrick R. September 19, 2026 The two gentlemen that helped me move today were very Helpful and professional! ## Get your free, in-home moving estimate An estimator visits, walks through everything and gives you a written, itemized estimate. Rather talk? [Call 775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm Our estimators: Sean, Luke, Christa and Janet. 2277 Glendale Ave Sparks, NV 89431 [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 U.S. DOT No. 30611 · MC-109375 · Nevada CPCN 1070