March weather forecast
Strafford, MO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Strafford, Missouri, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.8°F (3.8°C) and max 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C) in February to a refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C). In Strafford, the nighttime temperature averages to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C) during March.

Humidity

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months in Strafford.

Rainfall

In Strafford, Missouri, during March, the rain falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157 rainfall days, and 34.21" (869mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout March, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 20 snowfall days, and 8.78" (223mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Strafford, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:34 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 6.4h.

UV index

In Strafford, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In Strafford, 56.5°F (13.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 38.8°F (3.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the most humid month in Strafford?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Strafford, in March, it is raining for 15.1 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, in Strafford, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout March, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Strafford have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Strafford, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:34 pm CDT.

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

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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Strafford, MO

Average temperature in March - Strafford, MO
  • Average high temperature in March: 56.5°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 (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Strafford, MO

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

Average wind speed in March
Strafford, MO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Strafford, MO

Average humidity in March - Strafford, 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 and October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Strafford, MO

Average rainfall in March - Strafford, MO
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
Strafford, MO

Average rainfall days in March - Strafford, MO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Strafford, MO

Average snowfall in March - Strafford, MO
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Strafford, MO

Average snowfall days in March - Strafford, MO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Strafford, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Strafford, MO

Average sunshine days in March - Strafford, MO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Strafford, MO

Average UV index in March - Strafford, 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
Strafford, MO

Average cloud cover in March - Strafford, 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, July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Strafford, MO

Average visibility in March - Strafford, 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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