March weather forecastHays, KS
March
Weather in March
The transition from winter to spring in Hays, Kansas, during March is subtle and gradual. Outdoor activities become more favorable as the temperatures and humidity rise moderately, the days get longer, and snow gives way to rainfall. An interesting fact about March is that rainfall more than doubles from February, increasing to 1.06" (27mm). With less snow and more rain, the countryside starts to green. The weather warms slightly as April approaches.Temperature
The transition to March introduces an increase in the average high-temperature, shifting from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in February to a refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C). Hays reports a consistent average low-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) throughout March nights.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 59%.Rainfall
In Hays, in March, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hays, there are 112.7 rainfall days, and 17.6" (447mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hays, Kansas, in March, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hays, there are 21.6 snowfall days, and 8.27" (210mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:00 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 Hays, the average sunshine in March is 8h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in March translates into this advice:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Hays, KS
- Average high temperature in March: 57.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 37.4°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 (25.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Hays, 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
Hays, KS
- Average wind speed in March: 11.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Hays, KS
- Average humidity in March: 59%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (54%).
Average rainfall in March
Hays, KS
- Average rainfall in March: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").
Average rainfall days in March
Hays, KS
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Hays, KS
- Average snowfall in March: 1.06"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Hays, KS
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Hays, 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: 8h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Hays, KS
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Hays, 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
Hays, KS
- Average cloud cover in March: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in March
Hays, 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).
