March weather forecast
Joplin, AR

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Joplin, Arkansas, with temperature in the range of an average low of 43.9°F (6.6°C) and an average high of 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) in February to a refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C). Joplin in March anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, March is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Joplin, in March, it is raining for 15.7 days, with typically 3.78" (96mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Joplin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.2 days and collects up to 38.86" (987mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Joplin aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5.8 snowfall days, and 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:34 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

During March, Joplin experiences an average high-temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C) and a low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Joplin, Arkansas, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout March, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Joplin aggregates 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Joplin have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:34 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 long on average sun shines in March in Joplin?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Joplin?

In Joplin, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Joplin, AR

Average temperature in March - Joplin, AR
  • Average high temperature in March: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Joplin, AR

Average pressure in March - Joplin, AR
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"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
Joplin, AR

Average wind speed in March - Joplin, AR
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Joplin, AR

Average humidity in March - Joplin, AR
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August, September and October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Joplin, AR

Average rainfall in March - Joplin, AR
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.32").

Average rainfall days in March
Joplin, AR

Average rainfall days in March - Joplin, AR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Joplin, AR

Average snowfall in March - Joplin, AR
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Joplin, AR

Average snowfall days in March - Joplin, AR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 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
Joplin, AR

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Joplin, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Joplin, AR

Average sunshine days in March - Joplin, AR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Joplin, AR

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Joplin, AR

Average cloud cover in March - Joplin, AR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Joplin, AR

Average visibility in March - Joplin, AR
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May and December (5mi).

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