March weather forecast
Garden City, KS

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Weather in March

The transition from Winter into Spring commences in March, with Garden City experiencing an increase in temperature. A higher UV index gradually emerges, presenting a need to start replacing winter clothing with lighter options. This temperature rise is accompanied by more rain, spanning over seven days in total. Wind speeds reach their peak in this month, recorded at an average 11.9mph (19.2km/h). The increasing daylight duration and decreasing snowfall indicates the progression of the seasons in Kansas.

Temperature

March in Garden City signals a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's chilly 48.2°F (9°C) to a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C). Garden City observes a substantial disparity between daytime high and the average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In Garden City, the average relative humidity in March is 51%.

Rainfall

In Garden City, in March, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Garden City, there are 86.3 rainfall days, and 12.76" (324mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Garden City, in March, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.6 snowfall days, and 7.52" (191mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:37 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 8:06 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 Garden City, the average sunshine in March is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Garden City is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Garden City in March?

March temperatures in Garden City, Kansas, vary between a high-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) and a low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Garden City?

In Garden City, Kansas, the average relative humidity in March is 51%.

How much does it rain in Garden City in March?

In Garden City, Kansas, during March, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Garden City?

In Garden City, Kansas, in March, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Garden City have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Garden City?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:37 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.

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

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

In Garden City, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Garden City?

In Garden City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Garden City, KS

Average temperature in March - Garden City, KS
  • Average high temperature in March: 60.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Garden City, KS

Average pressure in March - Garden City, KS
  • Average pressure in March: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.8"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Garden City, KS

Average wind speed in March - Garden City, KS
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Garden City, KS

Average humidity in March - Garden City, KS
  • Average humidity in March: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (61%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (48%).

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Average rainfall in March
Garden City, KS

Average rainfall in March - Garden City, KS
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in March
Garden City, KS

Average rainfall days in March - Garden City, KS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Garden City, KS

Average snowfall in March - Garden City, KS
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Garden City, KS

Average snowfall days in March - Garden City, KS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Garden City, KS

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Garden City, KS

Average sunshine days in March - Garden City, KS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Garden City, KS

Average UV index in March - Garden City, KS
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Garden City, KS

Average cloud cover in March - Garden City, KS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in March
Garden City, KS

Average visibility in March - Garden City, 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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