March weather forecast
Dunkirk, IN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Dunkirk, Indiana, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.7°F (8.7°C) and min 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from February's wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C) to a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C). An average nighttime temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) is witnessed throughout March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Dunkirk is 76%.

Rainfall

In Dunkirk, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.1 rainfall days, and 30.98" (787mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Dunkirk, Indiana. In Dunkirk, during March, snow falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.6 snowfall days, and 15.12" (384mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Dunkirk, Indiana, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:04 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

In Dunkirk, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Dunkirk, Indiana, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Dunkirk?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Dunkirk, Indiana, during March are 47.7°F (8.7°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Dunkirk?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Dunkirk?

In March, in Dunkirk, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Dunkirk?

In March, in Dunkirk, Indiana, it is snowing for 5.7 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Dunkirk have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Dunkirk?

On the first day of March in Dunkirk, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:04 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Dunkirk?

The average sunshine duration in March in Dunkirk is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Dunkirk?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Dunkirk, Indiana, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Dunkirk, IN

Average temperature in March - Dunkirk, IN
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Dunkirk, IN

Average pressure in March - Dunkirk, IN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Dunkirk, IN

Average wind speed in March - Dunkirk, IN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Dunkirk, IN

Average humidity in March - Dunkirk, IN
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Dunkirk, IN

Average rainfall in March - Dunkirk, IN
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.85").

Average rainfall days in March
Dunkirk, IN

Average rainfall days in March - Dunkirk, IN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dunkirk, IN

Average snowfall in March - Dunkirk, IN
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dunkirk, IN

Average snowfall days in March - Dunkirk, IN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dunkirk, IN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dunkirk, IN
  • 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dunkirk, IN

Average sunshine days in March - Dunkirk, IN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Dunkirk, IN

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Dunkirk, IN

Average cloud cover in March - Dunkirk, IN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Dunkirk, IN

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

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

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