March weather forecast
Newton, KS

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Weather in March

The weather in March ushers in the Spring season with temperatures climbing up. Newton starts to thaw from winter's intense cold. This month sees an increase in rainfall with 1.02" (26mm) spread across 9.2 days. Additionally, snowfall decreases significantly to 0.87" (22mm), primarily occurring over 1.8 days. As the days continue to lengthen, sunshine becomes more abundant, making March a transitional period between winter and spring.

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during March moves from February's frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) to a moderate 57.2°F (14°C). During March nights, Newton witnesses a consistent average temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Newton is 66%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Newton, there are 108.6 rainfall days, and 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Newton are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated. In Newton, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.2 days and aggregates up to 5.39" (137mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Newton, Kansas, is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Newton, sunrise is at 7:14 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 Newton, 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: The daily high UV index of 4 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Newton?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Newton are 57.2°F (14°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Newton?

In March, the average relative humidity in Newton, Kansas, is 66%.

How many days does it rain in March in Newton?

In Newton, Kansas, in March, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Newton in March?

In March, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Newton have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Newton?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Newton, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Newton have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Newton?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Newton is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Newton, KS

Average temperature in March - Newton, KS
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Newton, KS

Average pressure in March - Newton, 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 (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Newton, KS

Average wind speed in March - Newton, KS
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

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Average humidity in March
Newton, KS

Average humidity in March - Newton, 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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Newton, KS

Average rainfall in March - Newton, KS
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in March
Newton, KS

Average rainfall days in March - Newton, KS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Newton, KS

Average snowfall in March - Newton, KS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Newton, KS

Average snowfall days in March - Newton, KS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Newton, 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: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Newton, KS

Average sunshine days in March - Newton, KS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Newton, KS

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Newton, KS

Average cloud cover in March - Newton, KS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in March
Newton, KS

Average visibility in March - Newton, 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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