March weather forecastKansas City, MO
March
Weather in March
Kansas City begins to upend its winter spell as March ushers in warmer temperatures, with daily highs averaging around 56.2°F (13.4°C). This month marks the beginning of the meteorological spring, and the transformation becomes apparent. Lush greenery starts to sprout against the backdrop of increased sunlight, and the rainfall sees a significant increment, paving the way for the blooming season. Despite the occasional abrupt cold spells, the overall weather transforms March into a pleasant buffer month. With the arrival of Spring, optimism blooms in the residents of Kansas City.Temperature
The shift into March in Kansas City is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's chilly 44.6°F (7°C) to a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C). In the month of March, an average of 35.8°F (2.1°C) marks the low-temperature.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Kansas City is 66.7%.Rainfall
In Kansas City, during March, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kansas City, there are 90.8 rainfall days, and 39.06" (992mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Kansas City, during March, snow falls for 0.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 8.3 snowfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Kansas City is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March in Kansas City, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:41 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 Kansas City, Missouri, the average sunshine in March is 7.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during March morphs into the following directions:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Kansas City, MO
- Average high temperature in March: 56.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 35.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.4°F).
Average humidity in March
Kansas City, MO
- Average humidity in March: 66.7%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (62.9%).
Average rainfall in March
Kansas City, MO
- Average rainfall in March: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").
Average rainfall days in March
Kansas City, MO
- Average rainfall days in March: 7.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Kansas City, MO
- Average snowfall in March: 0.9"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Kansas City, MO
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.6 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Kansas City, 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: 7h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average UV index in March
Kansas City, MO
- Average UV index in March: 5
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
