March weather forecast
Hays, KS

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Weather in March

The transition from winter to spring in Hays, Kansas, during March is subtle and gradual. Outdoor activities become more favorable as the temperatures and humidity rise moderately, the days get longer, and snow gives way to rainfall. An interesting fact about March is that rainfall more than doubles from February, increasing to 1.06" (27mm). With less snow and more rain, the countryside starts to green. The weather warms slightly as April approaches.

Temperature

The transition to March introduces an increase in the average high-temperature, shifting from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in February to a refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C). Hays reports a consistent average low-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) throughout March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

In Hays, in March, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hays, there are 112.7 rainfall days, and 17.6" (447mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hays, Kansas, in March, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hays, there are 21.6 snowfall days, and 8.27" (210mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:00 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 Hays, the average sunshine in March is 8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in March translates into this advice:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Hays?

In March, in Hays, the average high-temperature is 57.4°F (14.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.4°F (3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Hays?

The average relative humidity in March in Hays is 59%.

How many days does it rain in March in Hays?

In Hays, Kansas, in March, during 9.7 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Hays?

In Hays, Kansas, during March, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Hays?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Hays?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:30 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Hays, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Hays is 8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Hays?

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

Average temperature in March - Hays, KS
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in March
Hays, KS

Average pressure in March - Hays, KS
  • Average pressure in March: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Hays, KS

Average wind speed in March - Hays, KS
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

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Average humidity in March
Hays, KS

Average humidity in March - Hays, KS
  • Average humidity in March: 59%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (54%).

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Average rainfall in March
Hays, KS

Average rainfall in March - Hays, KS
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in March
Hays, KS

Average rainfall days in March - Hays, KS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Hays, KS

Average snowfall in March - Hays, KS
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Hays, KS

Average snowfall days in March - Hays, KS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6 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
Hays, KS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hays, KS
  • 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: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Hays, KS

Average sunshine days in March - Hays, KS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Hays, KS

Average UV index in March - Hays, KS
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Hays, KS

Average cloud cover in March - Hays, KS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in March
Hays, KS

Average visibility in March - Hays, KS
  • 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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