March weather forecast
Galena, KS

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Galena, Kansas, with temperature in the range of an average high of 58.6°F (14.8°C) and an average low of 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

As February gives way to March, the average high-temperature displays an increase, moving from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) to a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C). During March, Galena records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 41°F (5°C).

Humidity

In Galena, Kansas, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Galena, in March, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 139.2 rainfall days, and 30" (762mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Galena aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 9.5 snowfall days, and 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Galena, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:40 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 Galena, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Galena, is 58.6°F (14.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 41°F (5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Galena, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Galena, during March, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Galena?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Galena aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:40 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 Galena have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Galena, KS

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41°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 (27.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Galena, KS

Average pressure in March - Galena, 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
Galena, KS

Average wind speed in March - Galena, KS
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Galena, KS

Average humidity in March - Galena, 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
Galena, KS

Average rainfall in March - Galena, KS
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.42").

Average rainfall days in March
Galena, KS

Average rainfall days in March - Galena, KS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Galena, KS

Average snowfall in March - Galena, KS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.39"

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
Galena, KS

Average snowfall days in March - Galena, KS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Galena, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Galena, KS

Average sunshine days in March - Galena, KS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Galena, KS

Average UV index in March - Galena, 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
Galena, KS

Average cloud cover in March - Galena, KS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Galena, KS

Average visibility in March - Galena, 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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