March weather forecastIndependence, MO
March
Weather in March
As the saying goes, March enters like a lion, leaving like a lamb, and in Independence, it holds true. The weather in March sees a significant shift as winter weakens its grip. The city sees the highest rainfall for the year, reaching up to 2.17" (55mm), signifying a wet transition into spring. It's also the month where the number of daylight hours increases considerably. By the end of March, the chilly days of winter become a distant memory, with more sunshine adding to the much-awaited warmth.Temperature
March's arrival is marked by an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C) in February to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 37.6°F (3.1°C) in March.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout March, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Independence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.1 days and collects up to 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Independence, in March, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.9 snowfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:40 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 6.3h.UV index
In Independence, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Independence, MO
- Average high temperature in March: 53.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°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 (22.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Independence, MO
- Average pressure in March: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Independence, MO
- Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Independence, MO
- Average humidity in March: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Independence, MO
- Average rainfall in March: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").
Average rainfall days in March
Independence, MO
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Independence, MO
- Average snowfall in March: 1.18"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Independence, MO
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Independence, MO
- 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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Independence, MO
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Independence, MO
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Independence, 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 July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in March
Independence, 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).
