March weather forecast
Platte City, MO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Platte City, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37°F (2.8°C) and 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of March brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a cold 40.3°F (4.6°C) in February to a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C). An average temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) marks the nights in Platte City, Missouri, in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Platte City is 73%.

Rainfall

In Platte City, in March, during 12.4 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 134.1 rainfall days, and 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Platte City, Missouri, during March, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.8 snowfall days, and 9.65" (245mm) 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 6:50 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Platte City, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:42 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 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Platte City?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Platte City during March are 53.4°F (11.9°C) and 37°F (2.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Platte City?

In Platte City, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in Platte City?

In Platte City, during March, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Platte City in March?

In Platte City, Missouri, during March, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Platte City have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Platte City?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Platte City, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:42 pm CDT.

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

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 Platte City?

The average sunshine duration in March in Platte City, Missouri, is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Platte City?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Platte City, Missouri, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Platte City, MO

Average temperature in March - Platte City, MO
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Platte City, MO

Average pressure in March - Platte City, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Platte City, MO

Average wind speed in March - Platte City, MO
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Platte City, MO

Average humidity in March - Platte City, MO
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Platte City, MO

Average rainfall in March - Platte City, MO
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Platte City, MO

Average rainfall days in March - Platte City, MO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Platte City, MO

Average snowfall in March - Platte City, MO
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Platte City, MO

Average snowfall days in March - Platte City, MO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Platte City, MO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Platte City, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Platte City, MO

Average sunshine days in March - Platte City, MO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Platte City, MO

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

Average cloud cover in March
Platte City, MO

Average cloud cover in March - Platte City, MO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in March
Platte City, MO

Average visibility in March - Platte City, 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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