March weather forecast
Rantoul, KS

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Rantoul, Kansas, with an average temperature ranging between max 55°F (12.8°C) and min 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

Rantoul's transition into March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C) in February to a cool 55°F (12.8°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 38.3°F (3.5°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In March, in Rantoul, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rantoul, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.9 days and collects up to 23.5" (597mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, in Rantoul, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout March, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated. In Rantoul, Kansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 14 days and aggregates up to 6.38" (162mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Rantoul is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:43 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 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Rantoul is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Rantoul?

The high-temperature, in March, in Rantoul, is 55°F (12.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 38.3°F (3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Rantoul?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Rantoul?

In Rantoul, in March, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Rantoul in March?

In March, in Rantoul, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout March, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Rantoul?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 7:43 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March in Rantoul, Kansas, is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Rantoul?

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

Average temperature in March - Rantoul, KS
  • Average high temperature in March: 55°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Rantoul, KS

Average pressure in March - Rantoul, KS
  • Average pressure in March: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Rantoul, KS

Average wind speed in March - Rantoul, KS
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Rantoul, KS

Average humidity in March - Rantoul, KS
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (69%).

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Average rainfall in March
Rantoul, KS

Average rainfall in March - Rantoul, KS
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in March
Rantoul, KS

Average rainfall days in March - Rantoul, KS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Rantoul, KS

Average snowfall in March - Rantoul, KS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Rantoul, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 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
Rantoul, KS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rantoul, 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: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Rantoul, KS

Average sunshine days in March - Rantoul, KS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Rantoul, KS

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Rantoul, KS

Average cloud cover in March - Rantoul, KS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in March
Rantoul, KS

Average visibility in March - Rantoul, 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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