March weather forecast
Terre Haute, IN

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Weather in March

March brings the anticipation of spring in Terre Haute, with relatively warmer temperatures in comparison to January and February. An uptick is visible in high temperatures, alongside a significant increase in rainfall to 2.76in. Florals start to peek through the ground thawed from the winter chill, hinting at the debut of springtime. Although it is a transition period between winter and spring, residents should remain prepared for frequent showers interspersed with sunny spells throughout March.

Temperature

March's arrival coincides with a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's cold 39.4°F (4.1°C) to a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C). Terre Haute's nighttime temperature in March drops to an average of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Terre Haute is 75%.

Rainfall

In Terre Haute, Indiana, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In Terre Haute, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.3 days and collects up to 34.41" (874mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Terre Haute are January through April, November and December. In Terre Haute, in March, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 24.7 snowfall days, and 8.66" (220mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:42 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Terre Haute, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 8:13 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 Terre Haute, Indiana, is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Terre Haute?

In March, in Terre Haute, the average high-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Terre Haute?

In March, the average relative humidity in Terre Haute, Indiana, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Terre Haute in March?

In Terre Haute, Indiana, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Terre Haute?

In Terre Haute, Indiana, during March, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Terre Haute have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Terre Haute?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:42 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Terre Haute, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 8:13 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Terre Haute, 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 Terre Haute?

In Terre Haute, Indiana, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in March in Terre Haute?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Terre Haute, Indiana, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Terre Haute, IN

Average temperature in March - Terre Haute, 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 (22.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Terre Haute, IN

Average pressure in March - Terre Haute, 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
Terre Haute, IN

Average wind speed in March - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

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

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Average humidity in March
Terre Haute, IN

Average humidity in March - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Terre Haute, IN

Average rainfall in March - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in March
Terre Haute, IN

Average rainfall days in March - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Terre Haute, IN

Average snowfall in March - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Terre Haute, IN

Average snowfall days in March - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Terre Haute, IN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Terre Haute, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Terre Haute, IN

Average sunshine days in March - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Terre Haute, IN

Average UV index in March - Terre Haute, 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
Terre Haute, IN

Average cloud cover in March - Terre Haute, IN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

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 32).

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Average visibility in March
Terre Haute, IN

Average visibility in March - Terre Haute, 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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