March weather forecast
Doniphan, MO

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Weather in March

March in Doniphan, Missouri, traditionally ushers in the first signs of spring, with temperatures escalating to 41.4°F (5.2°C) to 57.4°F (14.1°C), a noticeable uptick in temperature compared to February's averages. Accompanying this temperature rise, a conspicuous surge in rainfall measuring 3.78" (96mm), dictates March's weather. The increase in rainfall together with longer sunshine and daylight hours illustrate March as a transitional period, moving away from the colder months towards the beginning of the warmer months of the year.

Temperature

March shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) to a refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C). Throughout March, the temperature in Doniphan falls to an average low of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Humidity

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Doniphan, during March, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation. In Doniphan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.8 days and collects up to 39.06" (992mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Doniphan aggregates 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Doniphan, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.9 days and aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Doniphan, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:25 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 6.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Doniphan is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Doniphan?

During March, Doniphan experiences an average high-temperature of 57.4°F (14.1°C) and a low-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

What are the most humid months in Doniphan?

The months with the highest humidity are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in March in Doniphan?

In Doniphan, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Doniphan?

In Doniphan, during March, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Doniphan?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Doniphan aggregates 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Doniphan?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Doniphan, Missouri, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:25 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Doniphan?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Doniphan, MO

Average temperature in March - Doniphan, MO
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Doniphan, MO

Average pressure in March - Doniphan, MO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Doniphan, MO

Average wind speed in March - Doniphan, MO
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Doniphan, MO

Average humidity in March - Doniphan, MO
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Doniphan, MO

Average rainfall in March - Doniphan, MO
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.84").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in March
Doniphan, MO

Average rainfall days in March - Doniphan, MO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Doniphan, MO

Average snowfall in March - Doniphan, MO
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.98"

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

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Average snowfall days in March
Doniphan, MO

Average snowfall days in March - Doniphan, MO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Doniphan, MO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Doniphan, MO
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

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

  • 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 February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Doniphan, MO

Average sunshine days in March - Doniphan, MO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Doniphan, MO

Average UV index in March - Doniphan, MO
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Doniphan, MO

Average cloud cover in March - Doniphan, MO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in March
Doniphan, MO

Average visibility in March - Doniphan, MO
  • 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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