March weather forecast
Marion, IN

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Weather in March

As March arrives in Marion, the most notable change is noticed in the precipitation pattern with rainfall inches jumping up to 1.02. The snow starts to melt away and spring teases the residents with warmer temperatures. While early mornings and evenings can still feel quite cold, afternoons offer a much-needed respite with milder conditions. Increasing daylight hours usher in the anticipation for blooming daffodils and tulips. March typically marks the transition from winter to spring, although the weather can still be quite unpredictable.

Temperature

March brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from February's wintry 35.6°F (2°C) to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C). Marion experiences an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) in month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Marion, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.4 days and collects up to 12.64" (321mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 3.4 days. Throughout March, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated. In Marion, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.4 days and aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 8:06 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 Marion, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

March temperatures in Marion vary between a high-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and a low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Marion?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Marion, in March, during 10.4 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Marion, in March, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 8:06 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Marion, IN
  • Average high temperature in March: 47.8°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 (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Marion, IN

Average pressure in March - Marion, 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
Marion, IN

Average wind speed in March - Marion, IN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Marion, IN

Average humidity in March - Marion, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Marion, IN

Average rainfall in March - Marion, IN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in March
Marion, IN

Average rainfall days in March - Marion, IN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Marion, IN

Average snowfall in March - Marion, IN
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Marion, IN

Average snowfall days in March - Marion, IN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Marion, 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: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Marion, IN

Average sunshine days in March - Marion, IN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Marion, IN

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Marion, IN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in March
Marion, IN

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

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

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