Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
As February transitions into March, West Plains sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C). During the month of March, West Plains experiences a steady low-temperature average of 38.8°F (3.8°C).Humidity
The most humid month is March, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
In West Plains, during March, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156 rainfall days, and 35.08" (891mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in West Plains, Missouri, are January through May, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout March, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated. In West Plains, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.4 days and aggregates up to 8.78" (223mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:29 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
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during March leads to these instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in March?
What is the most humid month?
What is the average humidity in March in West Plains?
How many days does it rain in March?
How many days does it snow in March?
How many hours of daylight does West Plains have in March?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?
How long on average sun shines in March?
What is the UV index intensity in March?
Average temperature in March
West Plains, MO
- Average high temperature in March: 56.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).
Average pressure in March
West Plains, MO
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
West Plains, MO
- Average wind speed in March: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in March
West Plains, MO
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in March
West Plains, MO
- Average rainfall in March: 3.58"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in March
West Plains, MO
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
West Plains, MO
- Average snowfall in March: 1.34"
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
West Plains, MO
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 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
West Plains, MO
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
West Plains, MO
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).
Average UV index in March
West Plains, 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
West Plains, 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 30).
Average visibility in March
West Plains, MO
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and July (5mi).
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