March weather forecast
Manhattan, KS

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A large building with a high tower in the scenic setting of the Kansas State University in Manhattan
A large building with a high tower in the scenic setting of the Kansas State University in Manhattan

Weather in March

The arrival of March marks the transition of Manhattan, Kansas, from winter to spring. The snow begins to give way to frequent rain showers, and the city starts enjoying an additional hour of daylight compared to February. The mercury levels experience a significant upturn from the preceding winter months, yet, the nights can still get chilly. Towards the month end, snow showers become increasingly uncommon. March sees rainfall measuring at 1.46" (37mm), an uptick from preceding months and temperatures marginally warm to an average high of 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Manhattan's average high-temperature experiences a rise, moving from February's cold 42.3°F (5.7°C) to a cool 55°F (12.8°C). In the month of March, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

In Manhattan, the average relative humidity in March is 67%.

Rainfall

In Manhattan, during March, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.6 rainfall days, and 21.38" (543mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Manhattan, in March, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.6 snowfall days, and 5.79" (147mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Manhattan, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:49 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 Manhattan, the average sunshine in March is 7.1h.

UV index

In Manhattan, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 55°F (12.8°C) and 37°F (2.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Manhattan is 67%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Manhattan, in March, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 7:49 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 Manhattan have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Manhattan, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Manhattan, KS

Average temperature in March - Manhattan, KS
  • Average high temperature in March: 55°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Manhattan, KS

Average pressure in March - Manhattan, KS
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Manhattan, KS

Average wind speed in March - Manhattan, KS
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Manhattan, KS

Average humidity in March - Manhattan, KS
  • Average humidity in March: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in March
Manhattan, KS

Average rainfall in March - Manhattan, KS
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in March
Manhattan, KS

Average rainfall days in March - Manhattan, KS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Manhattan, KS

Average snowfall in March - Manhattan, KS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Manhattan, KS

Average snowfall days in March - Manhattan, KS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Manhattan, 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: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Manhattan, KS

Average sunshine days in March - Manhattan, KS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Manhattan, KS

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

Average cloud cover in March
Manhattan, KS

Average cloud cover in March - Manhattan, KS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in March
Manhattan, KS

Average visibility in March - Manhattan, 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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