March weather forecast
Leavenworth, KS

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Weather in March

As Leavenworth, Kansas moves into March, a change in season becomes palpable. Average low temperatures transition from below freezing points and ascend to a more tolerable 36.5°F (2.5°C). The frequency of snowfall decreases significantly compared to previous months, marking a descent into spring. On the other hand, rainfall occurs more frequently making March a month of transition - a symmetry of sorts, between winter and spring. Daylight hours continue to increase and the city starts to receive more sunshine paving the way an anticipated thaw.

Temperature

The arrival of March sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) in February to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). Leavenworth cools down to an average low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Leavenworth is 72%.

Rainfall

In Leavenworth, in March, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 130.5 rainfall days, and 26.38" (670mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Leavenworth, in March, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 17.5 snowfall days, and 7.09" (180mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:43 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in March translates into this advice:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 53.6°F (12°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Leavenworth, during March, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Leavenworth, in March, during 2.3 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Leavenworth have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:43 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Leavenworth, KS

Average temperature in March - Leavenworth, KS
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.6°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 (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Leavenworth, KS

Average pressure in March - Leavenworth, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Leavenworth, KS

Average wind speed in March - Leavenworth, KS
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Leavenworth, KS

Average humidity in March - Leavenworth, KS
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Leavenworth, KS

Average rainfall in March - Leavenworth, KS
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in March
Leavenworth, KS

Average rainfall days in March - Leavenworth, KS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Leavenworth, KS

Average snowfall in March - Leavenworth, KS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Leavenworth, KS

Average snowfall days in March - Leavenworth, KS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Leavenworth, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Leavenworth, KS

Average sunshine days in March - Leavenworth, KS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Leavenworth, KS

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

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
Leavenworth, KS

Average cloud cover in March - Leavenworth, 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
Leavenworth, KS

Average visibility in March - Leavenworth, 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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