March weather forecast
La Plata, MO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in La Plata, is a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between max 50.2°F (10.1°C) and min 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a change in high-temperatures, moving from a wintry 36.7°F (2.6°C) in February to a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C). In the month of March, La Plata witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in La Plata is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127.8 rainfall days, and 19.53" (496mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in La Plata. In March, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.3 snowfall days, and 7.95" (202mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In La Plata, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of March, in La Plata, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:33 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 La Plata, Missouri, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in La Plata is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in La Plata?

The high-temperature, in March, in La Plata, records 50.2°F (10.1°C), while the low-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in La Plata?

The average relative humidity in March in La Plata, Missouri, is 76%.

How much does it rain in La Plata in March?

In La Plata, Missouri, in March, during 12 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in La Plata?

In La Plata, in March, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in La Plata?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in La Plata?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in La Plata, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:33 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in La Plata, Missouri, is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in La Plata?

In La Plata, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
La Plata, MO

Average temperature in March - La Plata, MO
  • Average high temperature in March: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
La Plata, MO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
La Plata, MO

Average wind speed in March - La Plata, MO
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
La Plata, MO

Average humidity in March - La Plata, MO
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
La Plata, MO

Average rainfall in March - La Plata, MO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in March
La Plata, MO

Average rainfall days in March - La Plata, MO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
La Plata, MO

Average snowfall in March - La Plata, MO
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
La Plata, MO

Average snowfall days in March - La Plata, MO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
La Plata, MO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
La Plata, MO

Average sunshine days in March - La Plata, MO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
La Plata, MO

Average UV index in March - La Plata, MO
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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).

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Average cloud cover in March
La Plata, MO

Average cloud cover in March - La Plata, MO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in March
La Plata, MO

Average visibility in March - La Plata, 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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