March weather forecast
Dexter, KS

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Dexter, is a moderate month, with an average temperature ranging between max 58.6°F (14.8°C) and min 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature shows an increase, moving up from a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) in February to a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C). Dexter reports a consistent average low-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) throughout March nights.

Humidity

In Dexter, the average relative humidity in March is 67%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dexter, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.5 days and collects up to 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.6 snowfall days, in March, Dexter aggregates 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Dexter, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.8 days and aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:48 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 March, the average sunshine is 7.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Dexter, is 58.6°F (14.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 40.3°F (4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 67%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Dexter, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.6 snowfall days, in March, Dexter aggregates 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:48 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 many hours of sunshine does Dexter have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.3h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Dexter, KS

Average temperature in March - Dexter, KS
  • Average high temperature in March: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Dexter, KS

Average pressure in March - Dexter, KS
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"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
Dexter, KS

Average wind speed in March - Dexter, KS
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Dexter, KS

Average humidity in March - Dexter, KS
  • Average humidity in March: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in March
Dexter, KS

Average rainfall in March - Dexter, KS
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Dexter, KS

Average rainfall days in March - Dexter, KS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dexter, KS

Average snowfall in March - Dexter, KS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dexter, KS

Average snowfall days in March - Dexter, KS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
Dexter, KS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dexter, 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: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dexter, KS

Average sunshine days in March - Dexter, KS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Dexter, KS

Average UV index in March - Dexter, KS
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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

Average cloud cover in March
Dexter, KS

Average cloud cover in March - Dexter, KS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in March
Dexter, KS

Average visibility in March - Dexter, 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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