March weather forecast
Preston, MO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Preston, Missouri, with an average temperature ranging between min 39°F (3.9°C) and max 56.1°F (13.4°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) in February to a moderate 56.1°F (13.4°C). An average low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) marks the nights throughout March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, in Preston, Missouri, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.9 rainfall days, and 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Preston are January through April, November and December. In Preston, in March, during 1.9 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Preston, during the entire year, snow falls for 19 days and aggregates up to 5.87" (149mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Preston, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:58 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 in Preston is 6.4h.

UV index

In Preston, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Preston?

In March, in Preston, the average high-temperature is 56.1°F (13.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Preston?

The average relative humidity in March in Preston is 75%.

How much does it rain in Preston in March?

In Preston, Missouri, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Preston?

In Preston, Missouri, during March, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Preston?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:35 pm CDT.

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

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 Preston have in March?

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Preston?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Preston is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Preston, MO

Average temperature in March - Preston, MO
  • Average high temperature in March: 56.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Preston, MO

Average pressure in March - Preston, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Preston, MO

Average wind speed in March - Preston, MO
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Preston, MO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Preston, MO

Average rainfall in March - Preston, MO
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in March
Preston, MO

Average rainfall days in March - Preston, MO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Preston, MO

Average snowfall in March - Preston, MO
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Preston, MO

Average snowfall days in March - Preston, MO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Preston, MO

Average sunshine days in March - Preston, MO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Preston, MO

Average UV index in March - Preston, MO
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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
Preston, MO

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

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

Average visibility in March
Preston, MO

Average visibility in March - Preston, 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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