March weather forecastAbilene, KS
March
Weather in March
March’s arrival signals the onset of spring in Abilene, as temperatures surge. The most significant shift is in the temperature range, with the mercury rising from a moderate 37.9°F (3.3°C) to a pleasant 56.5°F (13.6°C). The days grow increasingly longer, allowing more time for outdoor activities. Nature begins its green revival with a renewed vigor marking the end of the winter season. March is the time when the city is draped in blooming flowers, making for a vibrant start to spring.Temperature
With the beginning of March, Abilene's average high-temperature sees an increase, transitioning from a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) in February to a refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C). In Abilene, March is marked by an average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 66%.Rainfall
In Abilene, Kansas, in March, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104.5 rainfall days, and 18.58" (472mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Abilene, during March, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.1 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Abilene, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine is 7.3h.UV index
In Abilene, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Abilene, KS
- Average high temperature in March: 56.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 37.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Abilene, KS
- Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Abilene, KS
- Average wind speed in March: 11.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Abilene, KS
- Average humidity in March: 66%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and October (63%).
Average rainfall in March
Abilene, KS
- Average rainfall in March: 1.02"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in March
Abilene, KS
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Abilene, KS
- Average snowfall in March: 0.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Abilene, KS
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Abilene, KS
- 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 18min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Abilene, KS
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Abilene, KS
- Average UV index in March: 4
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Abilene, KS
- Average cloud cover in March: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility in March
Abilene, KS
- 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).
