March weather forecast
Plato, MO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Plato, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 55.6°F (13.1°C) and an average low of 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a temperature shift, moving from a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) in February to a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C). Plato's temperature drops to an average low of 38.1°F (3.4°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Plato, during March, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Plato, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.9 days and collects up to 32.4" (823mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Plato. In Plato, Missouri, in March, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Plato, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.1 days and aggregates up to 9.96" (253mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Plato, Missouri, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Plato, Missouri, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:31 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 in Plato is 6.4h.

UV index

In Plato, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in March transforms into this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Plato in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Plato, records 55.6°F (13.1°C), while the low-temperature is 38.1°F (3.4°C).

What are the most humid months in Plato?

The months with the highest humidity in Plato, Missouri, are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in March in Plato?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Plato?

In Plato, during March, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Plato?

In March, in Plato, Missouri, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout March, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Plato?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Plato, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Plato, Missouri, 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 Plato have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Plato is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Plato?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Plato, Missouri, 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 temperature in March
Plato, MO

Average temperature in March - Plato, MO
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.6°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 (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Plato, MO

Average pressure in March - Plato, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Plato, MO

Average wind speed in March - Plato, MO
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Plato, MO

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Plato, MO

Average rainfall in March - Plato, MO
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
Plato, MO

Average rainfall days in March - Plato, MO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Plato, MO

Average snowfall in March - Plato, MO
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Plato, MO

Average snowfall days in March - Plato, MO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 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
Plato, MO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Plato, 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 36min).

  • 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 February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Plato, MO

Average sunshine days in March - Plato, MO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Plato, MO

Average UV index in March - Plato, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Plato, MO

Average cloud cover in March - Plato, MO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Plato, MO

Average visibility in March - Plato, MO
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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