March weather forecast
Dorrance, KS

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderate month in Dorrance, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Temperature

The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in March, with an increase from a frosty 45°F (7.2°C) in February to a mild 57.4°F (14.1°C). During March, Dorrance consistently records a temperature low averaging a cold 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Dorrance is 60%.

Rainfall

In Dorrance, in March, during 9 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dorrance, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.3 days and collects up to 17.91" (455mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dorrance, in March, during 3.3 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 22 snowfall days, and 8.7" (221mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Dorrance is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:57 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 in Dorrance is 7.8h.

UV index

In Dorrance, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in March interprets into the following advice:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dorrance in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Dorrance, is 57.4°F (14.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 37.8°F (3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Dorrance?

In March, the average relative humidity in Dorrance is 60%.

How many days does it rain in March in Dorrance?

In Dorrance, in March, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Dorrance?

In Dorrance, Kansas, in March, during 3.3 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Dorrance?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Dorrance?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:27 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Dorrance, 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 Dorrance?

In Dorrance, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Dorrance?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Dorrance, KS

Average temperature in March - Dorrance, KS
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Dorrance, KS

Average pressure in March - Dorrance, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Dorrance, KS

Average wind speed in March - Dorrance, KS
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Dorrance, KS

Average humidity in March - Dorrance, KS
  • Average humidity in March: 60%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (56%).

Average rainfall in March
Dorrance, KS

Average rainfall in March - Dorrance, KS
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Dorrance, KS

Average rainfall days in March - Dorrance, KS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dorrance, KS

Average snowfall in March - Dorrance, KS
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dorrance, KS

Average snowfall days in March - Dorrance, KS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dorrance, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dorrance, KS

Average sunshine days in March - Dorrance, KS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Dorrance, KS

Average UV index in March - Dorrance, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Dorrance, KS

Average cloud cover in March - Dorrance, KS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in March
Dorrance, KS

Average visibility in March - Dorrance, 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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