March weather forecast
Galena, MO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Galena, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57°F (13.9°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

Galena's transition into March sees a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) in February to a refreshing 57°F (13.9°C). An average nighttime temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) is noted during the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Galena, during March, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.8 rainfall days, and 35.71" (907mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Galena, in March, during 2.3 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 18.4 snowfall days, and 7.72" (196mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:35 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 6.4h.

UV index

In Galena, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

During March, Galena experiences an average high-temperature of 57°F (13.9°C) and a low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Galena, during March, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Galena, in March, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Galena have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:35 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 Galena have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Galena, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Galena, MO

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in March
Galena, MO

Average pressure in March - Galena, MO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Galena, MO

Average wind speed in March - Galena, MO
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in March
Galena, MO

Average humidity in March - Galena, MO
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, July, August and October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Galena, MO

Average rainfall in March - Galena, MO
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.16").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
Galena, MO

Average rainfall days in March - Galena, MO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Galena, MO

Average snowfall in March - Galena, MO
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Galena, MO

Average snowfall days in March - Galena, MO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Galena, MO

Average sunshine days in March - Galena, MO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Galena, MO

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

Average cloud cover in March
Galena, MO

Average cloud cover in March - Galena, MO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Galena, MO

Average visibility in March - Galena, 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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