March weather forecast
Topeka, KS

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The tall tower of Topeka High School in Topeka, Kansas
The tall tower of Topeka High School in Topeka, Kansas

Weather in March

March in Topeka signifies the arrival of spring. This change is marked by an increase in temperature, a decrease in snowfall, and a hike in rainfall. Longer days with up to 12 daylight hours highlight the transition into a new season. Cumulative rainfall amounts from 1.93" (49mm), indicating spring showers. A relief from frosty weather is evident with temperatures starting to climb from 37.6°F (3.1°C) to 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C) in February to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). During the nights in March, the temperature in Topeka averages to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Humidity

In Topeka, the average relative humidity in March is 71%.

Rainfall

In Topeka, in March, during 11.9 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.3 rainfall days, and 23.82" (605mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Topeka. In Topeka, during March, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Topeka, there are 16.5 snowfall days, and 6.5" (165mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Topeka, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Topeka, Kansas, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:45 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Topeka is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during March leads to these instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Topeka?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Topeka, Kansas, are 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 37.6°F (3.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Topeka?

The average relative humidity in March is 71%.

How much does it rain in Topeka in March?

In Topeka, in March, during 11.9 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Topeka?

In March, in Topeka, Kansas, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout March, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Topeka?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Topeka, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:45 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Topeka is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Topeka?

In Topeka, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Topeka, KS

Average temperature in March - Topeka, KS
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Topeka, KS

Average pressure in March - Topeka, 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 (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Topeka, KS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Topeka, KS

Average humidity in March - Topeka, KS
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in March
Topeka, KS

Average rainfall in March - Topeka, KS
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in March
Topeka, KS

Average rainfall days in March - Topeka, KS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Topeka, KS

Average snowfall in March - Topeka, KS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Topeka, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 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
Topeka, KS

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Topeka, KS

Average sunshine days in March - Topeka, KS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Topeka, KS

Average UV index in March - Topeka, KS
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
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
Topeka, KS

Average cloud cover in March - Topeka, 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
Topeka, KS

Average visibility in March - Topeka, 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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