March weather forecast
Fort Ritner, IN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Fort Ritner, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

March sees a temperature increase, moving from an icy 42.1°F (5.6°C) in February to a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C). The average low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) is witnessed during March.

Humidity

In Fort Ritner, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Ritner, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.9 days and collects up to 32.17" (817mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fort Ritner are January through April, November and December. In March, in Fort Ritner, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. In Fort Ritner, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.6 days and aggregates up to 9.17" (233mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Fort Ritner, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 8:08 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C) and a low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Fort Ritner, in March, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Fort Ritner, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Fort Ritner have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Fort Ritner?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 8:08 pm EDT.

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 EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

In Fort Ritner, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Fort Ritner, IN
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Fort Ritner, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Fort Ritner, IN

Average wind speed in March - Fort Ritner, IN
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Fort Ritner, IN

Average humidity in March - Fort Ritner, IN
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Fort Ritner, IN

Average rainfall in March - Fort Ritner, IN
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
Fort Ritner, IN

Average rainfall days in March - Fort Ritner, IN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fort Ritner, IN

Average snowfall in March - Fort Ritner, IN
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fort Ritner, IN

Average snowfall days in March - Fort Ritner, IN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Fort Ritner, IN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fort Ritner, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fort Ritner, IN

Average sunshine days in March - Fort Ritner, IN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Fort Ritner, IN

Average UV index in March - Fort Ritner, IN
  • 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
Fort Ritner, IN

Average cloud cover in March - Fort Ritner, IN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Fort Ritner, IN

Average visibility in March - Fort Ritner, IN
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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