March weather forecast
Topeka, IL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Topeka, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 49.8°F (9.9°C) and min 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

The start of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 37°F (2.8°C) in February to a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C). Topeka's temperature lowers to a mean of 35.1°F (1.7°C) during the nights in March.

Humidity

In Topeka, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

Rainfall

In Topeka, in March, during 12.4 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Topeka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.9 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Topeka, during March, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.4 snowfall days, and 10.31" (262mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:23 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 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C) and a low-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in Topeka in March?

In Topeka, in March, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Topeka, in March, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Topeka, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Topeka?

On the first day of March in Topeka, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:23 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 Topeka, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Topeka, IL

Average temperature in March - Topeka, IL
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Topeka, IL

Average pressure in March - Topeka, IL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Topeka, IL

Average wind speed in March - Topeka, IL
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Topeka, IL

Average humidity in March - Topeka, IL
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Topeka, IL

Average rainfall in March - Topeka, IL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.38").

Average rainfall days in March
Topeka, IL

Average rainfall days in March - Topeka, IL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Topeka, IL

Average snowfall in March - Topeka, IL
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Topeka, IL

Average snowfall days in March - Topeka, IL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Topeka, IL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Topeka, IL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Topeka, IL

Average sunshine days in March - Topeka, IL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Topeka, IL

Average UV index in March - Topeka, IL
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Topeka, IL

Average cloud cover in March - Topeka, IL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Topeka, IL

Average visibility in March - Topeka, IL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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