March weather forecast
Carmel, IN

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Weather in March

The arrival of March brings a significant change in Carmel's weather pattern. The shift from winter to spring results in substantial temperature changes, leading to an increase in rainfall to 1.14" (29mm) as the snow gives way to rain. While the temperatures become milder, March experiences a dip in the relative humidity to 76%. The receding snow heralds the arrival of spring, which will be fully established by the next month in Carmel. Transitioning from the freezing temperatures of winter, this month shows the initial signs of Carmel's spring season.

Temperature

March's onset in Carmel is marked by a temperature increase, moving from a wintry 36.9°F (2.7°C) in February to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). An average low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) is observed during March nights in Carmel.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Carmel, there are 128.2 rainfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Carmel, Indiana, in March, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Carmel, there are 28.1 snowfall days, and 4.88" (124mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Carmel, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Carmel, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 8:08 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Carmel, Indiana, is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Carmel in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Carmel, records 49.1°F (9.5°C), while the low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Carmel?

The average relative humidity in March in Carmel is 76%.

How much does it rain in Carmel in March?

In Carmel, Indiana, in March, during 11.6 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Carmel?

In Carmel, Indiana, during March, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Carmel have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Carmel?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Carmel, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 8:08 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Carmel, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Carmel have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in Carmel, Indiana, is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Carmel?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Carmel, Indiana, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Carmel, IN

Average temperature in March - Carmel, IN
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Carmel, IN

Average pressure in March - Carmel, IN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Carmel, IN

Average wind speed in March - Carmel, IN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Carmel, IN

Average humidity in March - Carmel, IN
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Carmel, IN

Average rainfall in March - Carmel, IN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in March
Carmel, IN

Average rainfall days in March - Carmel, IN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Carmel, IN

Average snowfall in March - Carmel, IN
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Carmel, IN

Average snowfall days in March - Carmel, IN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Carmel, IN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Carmel, IN
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Carmel, IN

Average sunshine days in March - Carmel, IN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Carmel, IN

Average UV index in March - Carmel, IN
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Carmel, IN

Average cloud cover in March - Carmel, IN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Carmel, IN

Average visibility in March - Carmel, IN
  • 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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