March weather forecast
Columbus, KS

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Columbus, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Temperature

As Columbus, Kansas, enters March, the average high-temperature increases from the a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) of February to a mild 58.3°F (14.6°C). During March, the average low-temperature is recorded at an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Columbus, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Columbus, there are 141.7 rainfall days, and 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Columbus are January through March, May, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Columbus. During 0.9 snowfall days, in March, Columbus aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Columbus, there are 10.6 snowfall days, and 4.33" (110mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Columbus, Kansas, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Columbus, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

In Columbus, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During March, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Columbus in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Columbus, is 58.3°F (14.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 40.8°F (4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Columbus?

In Columbus, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

How many days does it rain in March in Columbus?

In Columbus, Kansas, in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Columbus?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Columbus, Kansas. During 0.9 snowfall days, in March, Columbus aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Columbus?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Columbus, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:41 pm CDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March in Columbus?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Columbus?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Columbus is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Columbus, KS

Average temperature in March - Columbus, KS
  • Average high temperature in March: 58.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Columbus, KS

Average pressure in March - Columbus, KS
  • Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Columbus, KS

Average wind speed in March - Columbus, KS
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Columbus, KS

Average humidity in March - Columbus, KS
  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Columbus, KS

Average rainfall in March - Columbus, KS
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in March
Columbus, KS

Average rainfall days in March - Columbus, KS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Columbus, KS

Average snowfall in March - Columbus, KS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Columbus, KS

Average snowfall days in March - Columbus, KS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Columbus, KS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Columbus, KS
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Columbus, KS

Average sunshine days in March - Columbus, KS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Columbus, KS

Average UV index in March - Columbus, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Columbus, KS

Average cloud cover in March - Columbus, KS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in March
Columbus, KS

Average visibility in March - Columbus, 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).

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