March weather forecast
Nelson, MO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Nelson, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's wintry 41°F (5°C) to a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C). Throughout March, Nelson registers a consistent average low-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Nelson, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 135.7 rainfall days, and 28.11" (714mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, October through December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.2 snowfall days, in March, Nelson aggregates 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Nelson, Missouri, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.6 days and aggregates up to 9.06" (230mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:56 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 March, the average daily maximum UV index 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: The daily high UV index of 4 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and a low-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Nelson?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Nelson, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.2 snowfall days, in March, Nelson aggregates 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Nelson have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 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 Nelson have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Nelson, MO

Average temperature in March - Nelson, MO
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Nelson, MO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Nelson, MO

Average wind speed in March - Nelson, MO
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Nelson, MO

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Nelson, MO

Average rainfall in March - Nelson, MO
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
Nelson, MO

Average rainfall days in March - Nelson, MO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Nelson, MO

Average snowfall in March - Nelson, MO
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Nelson, MO

Average snowfall days in March - Nelson, MO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Nelson, MO
  • 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Nelson, MO

Average sunshine days in March - Nelson, MO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Nelson, MO

Average UV index in March - Nelson, MO
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Nelson, MO

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Nelson, MO

Average visibility in March - Nelson, 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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