March weather forecast
Richmond, MO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Richmond, Missouri, with an average temperature ranging between min 37°F (2.8°C) and max 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

March comes with an increase, with the average high-temperature moving from an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C) in February to a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 37°F (2.8°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Richmond, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Richmond, Missouri, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137 days and collects up to 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Richmond, during March, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.1 snowfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Richmond, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:39 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 is 6.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In March, in Richmond, the average high-temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Richmond, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Richmond, in March, during 2.8 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Richmond have in March?

In Richmond, 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 6:47 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 7:39 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 Richmond have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in March
Richmond, MO

Average temperature in March - Richmond, MO
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37°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 (21.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Richmond, MO

Average pressure in March - Richmond, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Richmond, MO

Average wind speed in March - Richmond, MO
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Richmond, MO

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Richmond, MO

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in March
Richmond, MO

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Richmond, MO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Richmond, MO

Average snowfall days in March - Richmond, MO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Richmond, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Richmond, MO

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

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Richmond, MO

Average UV index in March - Richmond, 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
Richmond, MO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Richmond, MO

Average visibility in March - Richmond, 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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