March weather forecast
Carthage, MO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Carthage, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57.7°F (14.3°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of March marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 46.4°F (8°C) in February to a mild 57.7°F (14.3°C). An average low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) is recorded during the nights in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, in Carthage, Missouri, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout March, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Carthage, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.8 days and collects up to 25.79" (655mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in March, Carthage aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Carthage, there are 11.3 snowfall days, and 2.91" (74mm) 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 6:47 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Carthage, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:39 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Carthage 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 average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Carthage in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Carthage are 57.7°F (14.3°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Carthage?

In Carthage, Missouri, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Carthage?

In Carthage, Missouri, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Carthage?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in March, Carthage aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Carthage?

The average day length in March in Carthage, Missouri, is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Carthage?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

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

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 Carthage?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Carthage, Missouri, is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Carthage?

In Carthage, Missouri, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Carthage, MO

Average temperature in March - Carthage, MO
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Carthage, MO

Average pressure in March - Carthage, MO
  • 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Carthage, MO

Average wind speed in March - Carthage, MO
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in March
Carthage, MO

Average humidity in March - Carthage, MO
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Carthage, MO

Average rainfall in March - Carthage, MO
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Carthage, MO

Average rainfall days in March - Carthage, MO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Carthage, MO

Average snowfall in March - Carthage, MO
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Carthage, MO

Average snowfall days in March - Carthage, MO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Carthage, MO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Carthage, MO
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Carthage, MO

Average sunshine days in March - Carthage, MO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).

Average UV index in March
Carthage, MO

Average UV index in March - Carthage, MO
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Carthage, MO

Average cloud cover in March - Carthage, MO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Carthage, MO

Average visibility in March - Carthage, MO
  • 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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