March weather forecast
Saint Joseph, MO

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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

The commencement of March in Saint Joseph, Missouri, sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C) in February to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C). March in Saint Joseph witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a wintry 35.6°F (2°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Saint Joseph, in March, during 12.4 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Saint Joseph, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.5 days and collects up to 27.28" (693mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Saint Joseph, Missouri, are January through May, October through December. In March, in Saint Joseph, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout March, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Saint Joseph, there are 22.7 snowfall days, and 8.03" (204mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Saint Joseph, Missouri, is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Saint Joseph, 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

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. 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 is the temperature in March in Saint Joseph?

Saint Joseph in March has an average high-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Saint Joseph?

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March in Saint Joseph?

In Saint Joseph, Missouri, during March, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Saint Joseph?

In Saint Joseph, Missouri, in March, during 2.8 snowfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Saint Joseph?

In March, the average day length in Saint Joseph is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Saint Joseph?

On the first day of March in Saint Joseph, 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.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Saint Joseph?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Saint Joseph, 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 Saint Joseph?

In Saint Joseph, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Saint Joseph?

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

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).

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Average pressure in March
Saint Joseph, MO

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).

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Average wind speed in March
Saint Joseph, MO

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).

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Average humidity in March
Saint Joseph, MO

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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Saint Joseph, MO

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").

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Average rainfall days in March
Saint Joseph, MO

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).

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Average snowfall in March
Saint Joseph, MO

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").

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Average snowfall days in March
Saint Joseph, MO

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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Saint Joseph, MO

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 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Saint Joseph, MO

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).

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Average UV index in March
Saint Joseph, MO

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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Saint Joseph, MO

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).

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Average visibility in March
Saint Joseph, MO

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).

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