March weather forecast
Alta Vista, KS

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Alta Vista, is a mild month, with an average temperature ranging between max 55.6°F (13.1°C) and min 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Temperature

Alta Vista in March shows a temperature shift, moving from an average high of a frosty 42.8°F (6°C) in February to a moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C). Alta Vista's nights in March experience an average temperature drop to a cold 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Humidity

In Alta Vista, the average relative humidity in March is 68%.

Rainfall

In Alta Vista, in March, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Alta Vista, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.2 days and collects up to 18.62" (473mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Alta Vista, in March, during 1.8 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 13.9 snowfall days, and 5.43" (138mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:49 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

The average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

In Alta Vista, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during March leads to these instructions:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Alta Vista are 55.6°F (13.1°C) and 38.1°F (3.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 68%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Alta Vista, in March, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Alta Vista, in March, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Alta Vista have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:49 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Alta Vista, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Alta Vista have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Alta Vista?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Alta Vista, KS

Average temperature in March - Alta Vista, KS
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Alta Vista, KS

Average pressure in March - Alta Vista, KS
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Alta Vista, KS

Average wind speed in March - Alta Vista, KS
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Alta Vista, KS

Average humidity in March - Alta Vista, KS
  • Average humidity in March: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in March
Alta Vista, KS

Average rainfall in March - Alta Vista, KS
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in March
Alta Vista, KS

Average rainfall days in March - Alta Vista, KS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Alta Vista, KS

Average snowfall in March - Alta Vista, KS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Alta Vista, KS

Average snowfall days in March - Alta Vista, KS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 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
Alta Vista, KS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Alta Vista, KS
  • 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: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Alta Vista, KS

Average sunshine days in March - Alta Vista, KS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Alta Vista, KS

Average UV index in March - Alta Vista, KS
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Alta Vista, KS

Average cloud cover in March - Alta Vista, KS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in March
Alta Vista, KS

Average visibility in March - Alta Vista, KS
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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