March weather forecast
Effingham, KS

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Effingham, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 53.2°F (11.8°C) and 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature increases from an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C) in February to a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Effingham, in March, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Effingham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.3 days and collects up to 23.94" (608mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Effingham is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:45 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 Effingham, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In Effingham, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Effingham, is 53.2°F (11.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in March?

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

How much does it snow in March?

In Effingham, during March, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Effingham have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:45 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 Effingham have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Effingham, KS

Average temperature in March - Effingham, 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
Effingham, KS

Average pressure in March - Effingham, 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
Effingham, KS

Average wind speed in March - Effingham, 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
Effingham, KS

Average humidity in March - Effingham, 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
Effingham, KS

Average rainfall in March - Effingham, 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
Effingham, KS

Average rainfall days in March - Effingham, 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
Effingham, KS

Average snowfall in March - Effingham, 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
Effingham, KS

Average snowfall days in March - Effingham, 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
Effingham, KS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Effingham, 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
Effingham, KS

Average sunshine days in March - Effingham, 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
Effingham, KS

Average UV index in March - Effingham, 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
Effingham, KS

Average cloud cover in March - Effingham, 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
Effingham, KS

Average visibility in March - Effingham, 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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