March weather forecast
Wichita, KS

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A yellow steel statue at the fork of the Arkansas River, of the iconic and traditional Keeper of the Plains Indian, in Wichita, Kansas
A yellow steel statue at the fork of the Arkansas River, of the iconic and traditional Keeper of the Plains Indian, in Wichita, Kansas

Weather in March

The arrival of March in Wichita marks the transition from winter to spring. March witnesses an upswing in temperatures, reflected in the melting snow and increased precipitation. Increased daylight hours and sunshine create a comfortable atmosphere. Although the increase in weather parameters is slight compared to February, the change is tangible. March sees significant variations in the weather, with temperatures surging to an average high of 58.1°F (14.5°C) from the winter lows.

Temperature

With the onset of March in Wichita, the average high-temperature slightly shifts from February's frosty 46.4°F (8°C) to a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C). During the month of March, an average temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) is noted during the nights in Wichita, Kansas.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Wichita, in March, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Wichita, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100 days and collects up to 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Wichita are January through April, November and December. In Wichita, in March, during 1.4 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Wichita, during the entire year, snow falls for 11 days and aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Wichita is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST. On the last day of the month, 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 7.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during March leads to these advisories:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Wichita?

During March, Wichita experiences an average high-temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C) and a low-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Wichita?

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

How much does it rain in Wichita in March?

In March, in Wichita, Kansas, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Wichita in March?

In Wichita, in March, snow falls for 1.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wichita have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Wichita?

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, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

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

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

In Wichita, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Wichita?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Wichita, Kansas, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Wichita, KS

Average temperature in March - Wichita, KS
  • Average high temperature in March: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Wichita, KS

Average pressure in March - Wichita, 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 (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Wichita, KS

Average wind speed in March - Wichita, KS
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Wichita, KS

Average humidity in March - Wichita, KS
  • Average humidity in March: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (60%).

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Average rainfall in March
Wichita, KS

Average rainfall in March - Wichita, KS
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in March
Wichita, KS

Average rainfall days in March - Wichita, KS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Wichita, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Wichita, KS

Average snowfall days in March - Wichita, KS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 3min

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

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Average sunshine days in March
Wichita, KS

Average sunshine days in March - Wichita, KS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Wichita, KS

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

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Average cloud cover in March
Wichita, KS

Average cloud cover in March - Wichita, KS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in March
Wichita, KS

Average visibility in March - Wichita, 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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