March weather forecast
Horton, KS

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Weather in March

March in Horton, Kansas, showcases the arrival of spring as the days grow longer and temperatures rise. This weather transition is marked by increased rainfall of an average of 1.81" (46mm). Furthermore, daylight hours increase to 12 hours per day, a sure sign of the onset of spring. The snowfall decreases significantly to just 1.06" (27mm), predominantly now concentrating at the beginning of the month. This transition from winter to spring is characterized by melting snow, budding trees, and longer days.

Temperature

The arrival of March in Horton sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C) in February to a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C). In Horton, an average nighttime temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) is expected during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 71%.

Rainfall

In Horton, in March, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Horton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.6 days and collects up to 25.47" (647mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Horton, during March, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22.1 snowfall days, and 8.62" (219mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of March, 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 Horton, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Horton, is 53.1°F (11.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36°F (2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Horton, the average relative humidity in March is 71%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Horton, in March, during 11.5 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Horton, in March, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, 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 in Horton, 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 Horton, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Horton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Horton, KS

Average temperature in March - Horton, KS
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36°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 (20.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Horton, KS

Average pressure in March - Horton, KS
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Horton, KS

Average wind speed in March - Horton, KS
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Horton, KS

Average humidity in March - Horton, KS
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in March
Horton, KS

Average rainfall in March - Horton, KS
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Horton, KS

Average rainfall days in March - Horton, KS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Horton, KS

Average snowfall in March - Horton, KS
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Horton, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Horton, KS

Average sunshine days in March - Horton, KS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Horton, KS

Average UV index in March - Horton, 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
Horton, KS

Average cloud cover in March - Horton, KS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in March
Horton, KS

Average visibility in March - Horton, 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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