March weather forecast
Riley, IN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Riley, Indiana, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.1°F (2.3°C) and max 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, a change in temperatures is observed, with average highs moving from an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C) to a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C). The month of March records an average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) in Riley, Indiana.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout March, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.1 rainfall days, and 25.87" (657mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Riley, Indiana, are January through April, November and December. In Riley, in March, during 3.3 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Riley, there are 22.9 snowfall days, and 7.4" (188mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Riley, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 8:12 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 in Riley is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Riley?

During March, Riley experiences an average high-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and a low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Riley?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Riley?

In Riley, during March, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Riley in March?

In Riley, during March, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Riley?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Riley, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 8:12 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Riley, Indiana, 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 Riley have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Riley is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Riley?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Riley, Indiana, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Riley, IN

Average temperature in March - Riley, IN
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Riley, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Riley, IN

Average wind speed in March - Riley, IN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

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 (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in March
Riley, IN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Riley, IN

Average rainfall in March - Riley, IN
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in March
Riley, IN

Average rainfall days in March - Riley, IN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Riley, IN

Average snowfall in March - Riley, IN
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Riley, IN

Average snowfall days in March - Riley, IN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Riley, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Riley, IN

Average sunshine days in March - Riley, IN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Riley, IN

Average UV index in March - Riley, 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
Riley, IN

Average cloud cover in March - Riley, IN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Riley, IN

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

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

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