March weather forecast
Charleston, MO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Charleston, is a mild month, with an average temperature varying between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 57°F (13.9°C).

Temperature

In Charleston, the average high-temperature in March increases from a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) in February to a moderate 57°F (13.9°C). Charleston records an average low-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Charleston, during March, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation. In Charleston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153 days and collects up to 33.9" (861mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Charleston, in March, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.2 snowfall days, and 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Charleston, Missouri, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:19 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 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in March leads to these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 57°F (13.9°C) and 41.2°F (5.1°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month?

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in March in Charleston?

In Charleston, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Charleston, in March, during 14.9 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 1.7 days. Throughout March, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:19 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Charleston, MO

Average temperature in March - Charleston, MO
  • Average high temperature in March: 57°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Charleston, MO

Average pressure in March - Charleston, MO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Charleston, MO

Average wind speed in March - Charleston, MO
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Charleston, MO

Average humidity in March - Charleston, MO
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Charleston, MO

Average rainfall in March - Charleston, MO
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in March
Charleston, MO

Average rainfall days in March - Charleston, MO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Charleston, MO

Average snowfall in March - Charleston, MO
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Charleston, MO

Average snowfall days in March - Charleston, MO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.7 days

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

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Charleston, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Charleston, MO

Average sunshine days in March - Charleston, MO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Charleston, MO

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

Average cloud cover in March
Charleston, MO

Average cloud cover in March - Charleston, MO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Charleston, MO

Average visibility in March - Charleston, 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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