March weather forecastSouth Bend, IN
March
Weather in March
With the onset of March, South Bend, Indiana, begins to welcome the spring season. Encouraging signs of warmth surface, as temperatures climb to an average high of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and a low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C). The spring metamorphosis brings a decline in snowfall to 1.42" (36mm). As winter recedes, the city exhibits a fresh lease of life with an increased amount of daylight and a noticeable reduction in snow cover. Looking forward to April, the expectation would be a continuation of the warming trend.Temperature
The shift into March in South Bend is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's cold 32.5°F (0.3°C) to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). During the month of March, South Bend anticipates a mean low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In South Bend, in March, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Bend, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.2 days and collects up to 25.31" (643mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In South Bend, in March, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In South Bend, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.6 days and aggregates up to 15.91" (404mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of March in South Bend, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 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 6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
South Bend, IN
- Average high temperature in March: 44.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).
Average pressure in March
South Bend, IN
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
South Bend, IN
- Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in March
South Bend, IN
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).
Average rainfall in March
South Bend, IN
- Average rainfall in March: 1.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").
Average rainfall days in March
South Bend, IN
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
South Bend, IN
- Average snowfall in March: 1.42"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
South Bend, IN
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
South Bend, IN
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
South Bend, IN
- Average sunshine days in March: 12.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).
Average UV index in March
South Bend, IN
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
South Bend, IN
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
South Bend, IN
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).
