March weather forecast
Galena, MO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Galena, is a mild month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 57°F (13.9°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) to a moderate 57°F (13.9°C). Throughout March nights, Galena registers an average low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Galena, in March, during 14.5 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Galena, Missouri, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.8 days and collects up to 35.71" (907mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Galena are January through May, November and December. In March, in Galena, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Galena, there are 18.4 snowfall days, and 7.72" (196mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Galena is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:35 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 6.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in March leads to these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. 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 temperature in March in Galena?

In Galena, 57°F (13.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 38.8°F (3.8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Galena?

In Galena, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in Galena in March?

In March, in Galena, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout March, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Galena?

In March, in Galena, Missouri, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Galena have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Galena?

On the first day of March in Galena, Missouri, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:35 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Galena?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Galena, Missouri, 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
Galena, MO

Average temperature in March - Galena, MO
  • Average high temperature in March: 57°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in March
Galena, MO

Average pressure in March - Galena, MO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Galena, MO

Average wind speed in March - Galena, MO
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Galena, MO

Average humidity in March - Galena, MO
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, July, August and October (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Galena, MO

Average rainfall in March - Galena, MO
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.16").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in March
Galena, MO

Average rainfall days in March - Galena, MO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Galena, MO

Average snowfall in March - Galena, MO
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Galena, MO

Average snowfall days in March - Galena, MO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 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
Galena, MO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Galena, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Galena, MO

Average sunshine days in March - Galena, MO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Galena, MO

Average UV index in March - Galena, MO
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Galena, MO

Average cloud cover in March - Galena, MO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
Galena, MO

Average visibility in March - Galena, 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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