March weather forecastGreat Bend, KS
March
Weather in March
As the calendar flips to March, a visible shift in the weather accompanies the change in Great Bend. The transition phase from winter to spring begins, offering a pleasant mix of cold and slightly warmer days. The snowfall decreases significantly to a mere 0.91" (23mm). March also invites longer days, allowing residents to spend more time outdoors before the day ends. This month marks the end of the winter season, offering distinctive spring vibes with the retreat of the colder temperatures.Temperature
The shift from February to March in Great Bend is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) to a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C). Great Bend throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Great Bend is 61%.Rainfall
In Great Bend, Kansas, in March, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 113 rainfall days, and 19.69" (500mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 19.6 snowfall days, and 8.62" (219mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Great Bend, Kansas, is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Great Bend, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:57 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 Great Bend, Kansas, the average sunshine in March is 7.9h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Great Bend, KS
- Average high temperature in March: 57.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 37.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in March
Great Bend, KS
- Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Great Bend, KS
- Average wind speed in March: 12.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Great Bend, KS
- Average humidity in March: 61%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (56%).
Average rainfall in March
Great Bend, KS
- Average rainfall in March: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").
Average rainfall days in March
Great Bend, KS
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Great Bend, KS
- Average snowfall in March: 0.91"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Great Bend, KS
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 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
Great Bend, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Great Bend, KS
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.6 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13 days).
Average UV index in March
Great Bend, KS
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Great Bend, KS
- Average cloud cover in March: 34
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in March
Great Bend, 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).
