March weather forecast
Prairie City, MO

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a mild month in Prairie City, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average high of 56.3°F (13.5°C) and an average low of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

The shift into March is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) to a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C). Prairie City, during the nights of March, experiences an average temperature drop to a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Prairie City is 74%.

Rainfall

In Prairie City, Missouri, in March, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.6 rainfall days, and 25.43" (646mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Prairie City, Missouri, are January through March, May, October through December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Prairie City. During 1.4 snowfall days, in March, Prairie City aggregates 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Prairie City, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.2 days and aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:39 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 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Prairie City is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. 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 are March temperatures in Prairie City?

The high-temperature, in March, in Prairie City, is 56.3°F (13.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 39.4°F (4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Prairie City?

In March, the average relative humidity in Prairie City is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Prairie City?

In Prairie City, Missouri, in March, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Prairie City?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Prairie City, Missouri. During 1.4 snowfall days, in March, Prairie City aggregates 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Prairie City have in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Prairie City?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Prairie City, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Prairie City, Missouri, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Prairie City?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Prairie City, Missouri, is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Prairie City?

In Prairie City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Prairie City, MO

Average temperature in March - Prairie City, MO
  • Average high temperature in March: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Prairie City, MO

Average pressure in March - Prairie City, 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 (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Prairie City, MO

Average wind speed in March - Prairie City, MO
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Prairie City, MO

Average humidity in March - Prairie City, MO
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
Prairie City, MO

Average rainfall in March - Prairie City, MO
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in March
Prairie City, MO

Average rainfall days in March - Prairie City, MO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Prairie City, MO

Average snowfall in March - Prairie City, MO
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Prairie City, MO

Average snowfall days in March - Prairie City, MO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Prairie City, MO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (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
Prairie City, MO

Average sunshine days in March - Prairie City, MO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Prairie City, MO

Average UV index in March - Prairie City, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Prairie City, MO

Average cloud cover in March - Prairie City, 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 July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in March
Prairie City, MO

Average visibility in March - Prairie City, 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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