March weather forecastSaint Joseph, MO
March
Weather in March
March signifies a transition period in Saint Joseph from the chill of winter to the warmth of spring. Lingering cold weather from February gives way to more temperate conditions, leading into April's typical spring climate. The area experiences a high of 52.5°F (11.4°C) with 1.97" (50mm) of rainfall, an indication of the shift from snow to rain. This month commonly sees an increase in daylight hours, contributing to prolonged periods of sunshine. The weather in March may be inconsistent, fluctuating between winter and spring, but it eventually leans towards the latter.Temperature
As Saint Joseph transitions into March, the average high-temperature shows a change, moving from a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C) in February to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C). During the month of March, Saint Joseph experiences a steady low-temperature average of 35.6°F (2°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.Rainfall
In Saint Joseph, in March, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Saint Joseph, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.5 days and collects up to 27.28" (693mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Saint Joseph. In March, in Saint Joseph, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout March, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated. In Saint Joseph, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.7 days and aggregates up to 8.03" (204mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:42 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 6.3h.UV index
In Saint Joseph, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 4 during March leads to these advisories:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Saint Joseph, MO
- Average high temperature in March: 52.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 35.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Saint Joseph, 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 (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Saint Joseph, MO
- Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).
Average humidity in March
Saint Joseph, MO
- Average humidity in March: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Saint Joseph, MO
- Average rainfall in March: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").
Average rainfall days in March
Saint Joseph, MO
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Saint Joseph, MO
- Average snowfall in March: 0.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Saint Joseph, MO
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Saint Joseph, 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 24min).
- 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 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Saint Joseph, MO
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Saint Joseph, 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
Saint Joseph, 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
Saint Joseph, 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).
