March weather forecast
Plainfield, IN

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Weather in March

March ushers in the spring season to Plainfield, bringing a significant shift in weather patterns. The city witnesses a noticeable increase in temperature and rainfall from 2.32" (59mm) in February to 3.31" (84mm) in March. The melting of the accumulated winter snowfall and the increased rainfall contributes to the rejuvenation of city's vegetation. The duration of sunlight continues to increase, walking residents into brighter and lengthier days. Winds begin to calm down as the city prepares to embrace the forthcoming milder spring months.

Temperature

Plainfield, Indiana, in March shows a temperature shift, moving from an average high of a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C) in February to a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C). In March, Plainfield's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Plainfield, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Plainfield, Indiana, in March, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Plainfield, there are 179.9 rainfall days, and 37.17" (944mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Plainfield, Indiana. In Plainfield, during March, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Plainfield, there are 40.4 snowfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 8:09 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

In Plainfield, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Plainfield?

March temperatures in Plainfield, Indiana, vary between a high-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C) and a low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Plainfield?

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

How much does it rain in Plainfield in March?

In Plainfield, Indiana, during March, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Plainfield?

In Plainfield, in March, during 5.1 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Plainfield?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Plainfield?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Plainfield is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Plainfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Plainfield, Indiana, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Plainfield, IN

Average temperature in March - Plainfield, IN
  • Average high temperature in March: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.7°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 (21°F).

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Average pressure in March
Plainfield, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Plainfield, IN

Average wind speed in March - Plainfield, IN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Plainfield, IN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Plainfield, IN

Average rainfall in March - Plainfield, IN
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in March
Plainfield, IN

Average rainfall days in March - Plainfield, IN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Plainfield, IN

Average snowfall in March - Plainfield, IN
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Plainfield, IN

Average snowfall days in March - Plainfield, IN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Plainfield, IN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Plainfield, IN
  • 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Plainfield, IN

Average sunshine days in March - Plainfield, IN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Plainfield, IN

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

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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Plainfield, IN

Average cloud cover in March - Plainfield, IN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Plainfield, IN

Average visibility in March - Plainfield, IN
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and December (5mi).

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