March weather forecast
Palmyra, IN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Palmyra, Indiana, with an average temperature varying between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 54°F (12.2°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) to a fresh 54°F (12.2°C). In Palmyra, an average temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) is noted during March nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Palmyra, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.1 days and collects up to 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Palmyra, in March, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30 snowfall days, and 8.9" (226mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Palmyra, Indiana, is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 8:07 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

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk 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:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In Palmyra, 54°F (12.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 37.6°F (3.1°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Palmyra, in March, during 14.2 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout March, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Palmyra have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 8:07 pm EDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Palmyra, IN
  • Average high temperature in March: 54°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 (38.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Palmyra, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Palmyra, IN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Palmyra, IN

Average humidity in March - Palmyra, IN
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Palmyra, IN

Average rainfall in March - Palmyra, IN
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Palmyra, IN

Average rainfall days in March - Palmyra, IN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Palmyra, IN

Average snowfall in March - Palmyra, IN
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Palmyra, IN

Average snowfall days in March - Palmyra, IN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.2 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
Palmyra, IN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Palmyra, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Palmyra, IN

Average sunshine days in March - Palmyra, IN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Palmyra, IN

Average UV index in March - Palmyra, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Palmyra, IN

Average cloud cover in March - Palmyra, IN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Palmyra, IN

Average visibility in March - Palmyra, IN
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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