March weather forecast
University City, MO

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Weather in March

March is marked by a more noticeable upswing in temperature, signaling the onset of spring in University City. The average temperature high climbs to 54.3°F (12.4°C) reflecting warmer climatic changes. Residents anticipate more outdoor activities with longer daylight hours and increased sunshine. March becomes a pivotal month, ending the cold season and ushering in the brisk freshness of spring. Precipitation registers an uptick with the highest rainfall experienced from January to March.

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C) to a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C). In March, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, in University City, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout March, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In University City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.8 days and collects up to 30.59" (777mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.9 snowfall days, in March, University City aggregates 1.1" (28mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in University City, there are 16.2 snowfall days, and 8.19" (208mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In University City, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:24 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 University City, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in University City is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in March translates into these instructions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in University City?

The high-temperature, in March, in University City, is 54.3°F (12.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 38.1°F (3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in University City?

In March, the average relative humidity in University City is 75%.

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

In University City, Missouri, during March, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in University City?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.9 snowfall days, in March, University City aggregates 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in University City?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in University City?

On the first day of March in University City, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:24 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in University City?

In University 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
University City, MO

Average temperature in March - University City, MO
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
University City, MO

Average pressure in March - University City, MO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
University City, MO

Average wind speed in March - University City, MO
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
University City, MO

Average humidity in March - University City, MO
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
University City, MO

Average rainfall in March - University City, MO
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in March
University City, MO

Average rainfall days in March - University City, MO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
University City, MO

Average snowfall in March - University City, MO
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
University City, MO

Average snowfall days in March - University City, MO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
University City, MO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - University 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
University City, MO

Average sunshine days in March - University City, MO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
University City, MO

Average UV index in March - University City, MO
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
University City, MO

Average cloud cover in March - University City, MO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
University City, MO

Average visibility in March - University 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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