Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
March's onset brings a temperature rise, moving from a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) in February to a refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C). Nighttime temperature in Columbus lowers to an average of 40.8°F (4.9°C) in March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 73%.Rainfall
In Columbus, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. In Columbus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.7 days and collects up to 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, May, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in March, Columbus aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Columbus, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.6 days and aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of snow.Daylight
In Columbus, Kansas, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Columbus, Kansas, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in March translates into this advice:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Average temperature in March
Columbus, KS
- Average high temperature in March: 58.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 40.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Columbus, KS
- Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Columbus, KS
- Average wind speed in March: 10.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).
Average humidity in March
Columbus, KS
- Average humidity in March: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Columbus, KS
- Average rainfall in March: 2.64"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.38").
Average rainfall days in March
Columbus, KS
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Columbus, KS
- Average snowfall in March: 0.47"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Columbus, KS
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Columbus, KS
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Columbus, KS
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Columbus, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Columbus, KS
- Average cloud cover in March: 43
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in March
Columbus, 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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