March weather forecast
Ottawa, KS

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Weather in March

March symbolizes the onset of spring in Ottawa. There is a noticeable increase in the average temperature and the daylight hours extend to 12 hours. Despite the transition from the cold winter, residents can still expect a precipitation level of 1.81" (46mm). The spring showers make their entry in March and help in heralding the greenery synonymous with spring. The weather conditions during this month signal the end of the chilly winters and begin a phase of moderate climates before summertime heat.

Temperature

March brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from February's icy 42.4°F (5.8°C) to a fresh 55°F (12.8°C). Ottawa anticipates an average minimum temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Ottawa, in March, during 11.8 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 126.9 rainfall days, and 23.5" (597mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ottawa, in March, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Ottawa, during the entire year, snow falls for 14 days and aggregates up to 6.38" (162mm) of snow.

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 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 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 in Ottawa is 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Ottawa, is 55°F (12.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Ottawa?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Ottawa, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Ottawa, in March, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ottawa have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Ottawa?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:43 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 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Ottawa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Ottawa, KS

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Ottawa, KS

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

Average wind speed in March
Ottawa, KS

Average wind speed in March - Ottawa, KS
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Ottawa, KS

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

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

Average rainfall in March
Ottawa, KS

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in March
Ottawa, KS

Average rainfall days in March - Ottawa, KS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ottawa, KS

Average snowfall in March - Ottawa, KS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ottawa, KS

Average snowfall days in March - Ottawa, KS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ottawa, KS
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ottawa, KS

Average sunshine days in March - Ottawa, KS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Ottawa, KS

Average UV index in March - Ottawa, 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
Ottawa, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Ottawa, KS

Average visibility in March - Ottawa, 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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