March weather forecast
Derby, IN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Derby, Indiana, with an average temperature ranging between max 55°F (12.8°C) and min 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of March marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C) in February to a fresh 55°F (12.8°C). During March, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 38.8°F (3.8°C) at night.

Humidity

In Derby, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Derby, in March, during 12.2 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Derby, Indiana, there are 133.4 rainfall days, and 17.99" (457mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Derby, in March, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 20.2 snowfall days, and 4.02" (102mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Derby, Indiana, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:08 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 6h.

UV index

In Derby, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Derby?

Derby in March has an average high-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Derby?

The average relative humidity in March in Derby is 79%.

How much does it rain in Derby in March?

In Derby, Indiana, in March, during 12.2 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Derby in March?

In Derby, Indiana, during March, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Derby?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Derby?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:08 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Derby is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Derby?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Derby is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Derby, IN

Average temperature in March - Derby, IN
  • Average high temperature in March: 55°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Derby, IN

Average pressure in March - Derby, IN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Derby, IN

Average wind speed in March - Derby, IN
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Derby, IN

Average humidity in March - Derby, IN
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Derby, IN

Average rainfall in March - Derby, IN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
Derby, IN

Average rainfall days in March - Derby, IN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Derby, IN

Average snowfall in March - Derby, IN
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Derby, IN

Average snowfall days in March - Derby, IN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.1 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
Derby, IN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Derby, IN
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Derby, IN

Average sunshine days in March - Derby, IN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Derby, IN

Average UV index in March - Derby, IN
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Derby, IN

Average cloud cover in March - Derby, IN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Derby, IN

Average visibility in March - Derby, IN
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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