March weather forecast
Mankato, KS

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Mankato, is a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and an average low of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

March's arrival sees a clear escalation in the average high-temperature, rising from February's wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C) to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). The low-temperature average for Mankato during March stands at a cold 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Humidity

In Mankato, the average relative humidity in March is 65%.

Rainfall

In Mankato, Kansas, in March, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mankato, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.2 days and collects up to 21.42" (544mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mankato, Kansas, are January through May, October through December. In Mankato, in March, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Mankato, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.3 days and aggregates up to 10.51" (267mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Mankato, Kansas, is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:56 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 Mankato, the average sunshine in March is 7.2h.

UV index

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 ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Mankato?

March temperatures in Mankato vary between a high-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and a low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Mankato?

In March, the average relative humidity in Mankato is 65%.

How much does it rain in Mankato in March?

In March, in Mankato, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Mankato?

In Mankato, in March, during 3.4 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Mankato have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Mankato?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:25 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Mankato, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Mankato?

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 Mankato?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Mankato is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Mankato?

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

Average temperature in March - Mankato, KS
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.4°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 (21.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Mankato, KS

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mankato, KS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Mankato, KS

Average humidity in March - Mankato, KS
  • Average humidity in March: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (61%).

Average rainfall in March
Mankato, KS

Average rainfall in March - Mankato, KS
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Mankato, KS

Average rainfall days in March - Mankato, KS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mankato, KS

Average snowfall in March - Mankato, KS
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mankato, KS

Average snowfall days in March - Mankato, KS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

Average sunshine days in March
Mankato, KS

Average sunshine days in March - Mankato, KS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (23.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Mankato, KS

Average UV index in March - Mankato, 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
Mankato, KS

Average cloud cover in March - Mankato, KS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Mankato, KS

Average visibility in March - Mankato, 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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