March weather forecastRaytown, MO

March

Weather in March

March sees the metamorphosis of winter into spring, with temperatures rising and the days growing longer. Interestingly, however, there is a marked increase in rainfall for the third month, reaching 2.28" (58mm). It's a period of transition from the snowy scenery of February to vivid displays of springtime splendor. Mild and fresh, this is an engaging time in which to explore Raytown. Don’t forget an umbrella though, particularly when planning outdoor activities towards the end of the month.

Temperature

March's onset in Raytown brings a temperature rise, moving from a wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C) in February to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). Throughout the month of March, Raytown witnesses an average temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Humidity

In Raytown, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

Rainfall

In Raytown, in March, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Raytown, there are 134.8 rainfall days, and 27.68" (703mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, in Raytown, Missouri, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout March, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated. In Raytown, Missouri, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.4 days and aggregates up to 8.9" (226mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

In Raytown, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

March temperatures in Raytown vary between a high-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and a low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

In Raytown, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

In Raytown, Missouri, in March, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Raytown, Missouri, in March, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

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

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Raytown, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:41 pm CDT.

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

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

In Raytown, Missouri, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Raytown, MO

  • Average high temperature in March: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.8°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 (22.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Raytown, 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
Raytown, MO

  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Raytown, MO

  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Raytown, MO

  • Average rainfall in March: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Raytown, MO

  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Raytown, MO

  • Average snowfall in March: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Raytown, MO

  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Raytown, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Raytown, MO

  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in March
Raytown, 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
Raytown, 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 27).

Average visibility in March
Raytown, 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).