March weather forecast
Shelby, IN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a frosty month in Shelby, Indiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during March moves from February's cold 34.3°F (1.3°C) to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). Shelby experiences a consistent average temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Shelby, in March, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.9 rainfall days, and 23.46" (596mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Shelby, in March, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Shelby, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.8 days and aggregates up to 12.4" (315mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Shelby, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:13 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

In Shelby, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

Shelby in March has an average high-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Shelby, in March, during 12.9 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Shelby have in March?

In Shelby, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:13 pm CDT.

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 CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

In Shelby, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

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 hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Shelby, IN

Average temperature in March - Shelby, IN
  • Average high temperature in March: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 32.5°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°F).

Average pressure in March
Shelby, IN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Shelby, IN

Average wind speed in March - Shelby, IN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

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
Shelby, IN

Average humidity in March - Shelby, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Shelby, IN

Average rainfall in March - Shelby, IN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in March
Shelby, IN

Average rainfall days in March - Shelby, IN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shelby, IN

Average snowfall in March - Shelby, IN
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shelby, IN

Average snowfall days in March - Shelby, IN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 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
Shelby, IN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shelby, IN

Average sunshine days in March - Shelby, IN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Shelby, IN

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Shelby, IN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Shelby, IN

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

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

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