March weather forecast
Rising Sun, IN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Rising Sun, Indiana, with an average temperature varying between 51.8°F (11°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March brings a change in Rising Sun's weather, with average high-temperatures moving from February's wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C) to a fresh 51.8°F (11°C). During the nights in March, Rising Sun observes an average low-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Rising Sun, in March, during 14.9 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167 rainfall days, and 30.39" (772mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout March, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.8 snowfall days, and 9.65" (245mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:02 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 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The high-temperature during March is 51.8°F (11°C) and the low-temperature is 35.8°F (2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout March, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Rising Sun, in March, during 4.8 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Rising Sun have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:02 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 Rising Sun, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Rising Sun?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Rising Sun, IN

Average temperature in March - Rising Sun, IN
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Rising Sun, IN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Rising Sun, IN

Average wind speed in March - Rising Sun, IN
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Rising Sun, IN

Average humidity in March - Rising Sun, IN
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Rising Sun, IN

Average rainfall in March - Rising Sun, IN
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
Rising Sun, IN

Average rainfall days in March - Rising Sun, IN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rising Sun, IN

Average snowfall in March - Rising Sun, IN
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Rising Sun, IN

Average snowfall days in March - Rising Sun, IN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Rising Sun, IN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rising Sun, IN
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rising Sun, IN

Average sunshine days in March - Rising Sun, IN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Rising Sun, IN

Average UV index in March - Rising Sun, 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
Rising Sun, IN

Average cloud cover in March - Rising Sun, IN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Rising Sun, IN

Average visibility in March - Rising Sun, IN
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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