March weather forecast
Atchison, KS

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Weather in March

March in Atchison, Kansas, is characterized by a transition from frosty winter to the beginnings of spring, offering more pleasant weather. The winter snow tends to recede, totaling just 0.87" (22mm), paving way for slightly warmer temperatures. Concurrent with this shift, the city experiences an uptick in rainfall, bringing life back to the dormant vegetation around. The daylight duration increases significantly, encouraging outdoor activities and setting the stage for the eventual arrival of Kansas's vibrant spring season.

Temperature

Observing a rise in March, the average high-temperature goes from February's cold 39.7°F (4.3°C) to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). During the nights in March, the temperature averages to a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Atchison, during March, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 125.3 rainfall days, and 23.94" (608mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Atchison, during March, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.9 snowfall days, and 7.87" (200mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:43 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 6.4h.

UV index

In Atchison, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In Atchison, 53.2°F (11.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 36.3°F (2.4°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Atchison, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Atchison, Kansas, in March, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:43 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Atchison, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Atchison, KS

Average temperature in March - Atchison, KS
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Atchison, KS

Average pressure in March - Atchison, KS
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Atchison, KS

Average wind speed in March - Atchison, KS
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Atchison, KS

Average humidity in March - Atchison, KS
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Atchison, KS

Average rainfall in March - Atchison, KS
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in March
Atchison, KS

Average rainfall days in March - Atchison, KS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Atchison, KS

Average snowfall in March - Atchison, KS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Atchison, KS

Average snowfall days in March - Atchison, KS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Atchison, KS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Atchison, KS
  • 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Atchison, KS

Average sunshine days in March - Atchison, KS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Atchison, KS

Average UV index in March - Atchison, KS
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Atchison, KS

Average cloud cover in March - Atchison, KS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Atchison, KS

Average visibility in March - Atchison, 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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