March weather forecast
West Alton, MO

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in West Alton, is a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and an average high of 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, West Alton experiences a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C) in February to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). In West Alton, an average temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C) is noted during March nights.

Humidity

In West Alton, Missouri, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In West Alton, during March, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 128.3 rainfall days, and 18.9" (480mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in West Alton. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.4 snowfall days, in March, West Alton aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In West Alton, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.9 days and aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in West Alton, Missouri, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:23 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 in West Alton, Missouri, is 6.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in West Alton is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in West Alton?

The high-temperature, in March, in West Alton, is 53.2°F (11.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 37.2°F (2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in West Alton?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in West Alton?

In March, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout March, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in West Alton?

March is the last month it regularly snows in West Alton. During 2.4 snowfall days, in March, West Alton aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in West Alton?

In West Alton, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in West Alton?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in West Alton?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in West Alton, Missouri, 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 West Alton have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March in West Alton is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in March in West Alton?

In West Alton, Missouri, 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
West Alton, MO

Average temperature in March - West Alton, MO
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.2°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 (23.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
West Alton, MO

Average pressure in March - West Alton, 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
West Alton, MO

Average wind speed in March - West Alton, MO
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
West Alton, MO

Average humidity in March - West Alton, MO
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
West Alton, MO

Average rainfall in March - West Alton, MO
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in March
West Alton, MO

Average rainfall days in March - West Alton, MO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in March
West Alton, MO

Average snowfall in March - West Alton, MO
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
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
West Alton, MO

Average snowfall days in March - West Alton, MO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
West Alton, MO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - West Alton, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
West Alton, MO

Average sunshine days in March - West Alton, MO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
West Alton, MO

Average UV index in March - West Alton, 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
West Alton, MO

Average cloud cover in March - West Alton, MO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
West Alton, MO

Average visibility in March - West Alton, 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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