March weather forecast
Pettit, IN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Pettit, is a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C) to a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C). Pettit records an average low of 33.4°F (0.8°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Pettit, in March, during 13 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pettit, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.4 days and collects up to 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pettit, during March, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Pettit, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.6 days and aggregates up to 11.57" (294mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Pettit, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Pettit, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 8:10 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 6.2h.

UV index

In Pettit, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and a low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Pettit, in March, during 13 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Pettit, in March, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 8:10 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 many hours of sunshine does Pettit have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Pettit, IN
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.6°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: 33.4°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
Pettit, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Pettit, IN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Pettit, IN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Pettit, IN

Average rainfall in March - Pettit, IN
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Pettit, IN

Average rainfall days in March - Pettit, IN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Pettit, IN

Average snowfall in March - Pettit, IN
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Pettit, IN

Average snowfall days in March - Pettit, IN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Pettit, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Pettit, IN

Average sunshine days in March - Pettit, IN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Pettit, IN

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

Average cloud cover in March
Pettit, IN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Pettit, IN

Average visibility in March - Pettit, 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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