March weather forecast
West Elwood, IN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in West Elwood, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.4°F (9.1°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

West Elwood's transition into March is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C) in February to a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C). West Elwood records an average temperature drop to a cold 33.4°F (0.8°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout March, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Elwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.9 days and collects up to 35.31" (897mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Elwood, during March, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.7 snowfall days, and 15.12" (384mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:27 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 West Elwood, Indiana, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C) and a low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout March, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In West Elwood, Indiana, in March, during 5.2 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 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, 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 West Elwood have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In West Elwood, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
West Elwood, IN

Average temperature in March - West Elwood, IN
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.4°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 (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in March
West Elwood, IN

Average pressure in March - West Elwood, 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
West Elwood, IN

Average wind speed in March - West Elwood, IN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

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 (6mph).

Average humidity in March
West Elwood, IN

Average humidity in March - West Elwood, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in March
West Elwood, IN

Average rainfall in March - West Elwood, IN
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (2.13").

Average rainfall days in March
West Elwood, IN

Average rainfall days in March - West Elwood, IN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
West Elwood, IN

Average snowfall in March - West Elwood, IN
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
West Elwood, IN

Average snowfall days in March - West Elwood, IN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
West Elwood, IN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Elwood, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
West Elwood, IN

Average sunshine days in March - West Elwood, IN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.3 days).

Average UV index in March
West Elwood, IN

Average UV index in March - West Elwood, IN
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
West Elwood, IN

Average cloud cover in March - West Elwood, 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 32).

Average visibility in March
West Elwood, IN

Average visibility in March - West Elwood, 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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