March weather forecast
New Castle, IN

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Weather in March

March serves as the harbinger of spring for the inhabitants of New Castle. The sun seems to burn a little brighter, lifting temperatures to a high of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and a relatively mild low of 33.6°F (0.9°C). The snow gradually yields to a fresh canvas of green. With longer days and increasing sunshine, March stands as a promise of the upcoming warmer season. The city transitions beautifully from snow-covered to sprouting fresh buds, welcoming a change.

Temperature

In New Castle, the average high-temperature in March increases from an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C) in February to a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C). The average low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) is witnessed during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In New Castle, Indiana, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In New Castle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.4 days and collects up to 31.77" (807mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in New Castle. In New Castle, in March, snow falls for 5.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow. In New Castle, Indiana, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.7 days and aggregates up to 13.82" (351mm) of snow.

Daylight

In New Castle, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in New Castle, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:33 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 8:05 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.

Sunshine

In New Castle, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in New Castle?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in New Castle, Indiana, during March are 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in New Castle?

In New Castle, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in New Castle?

In March, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout March, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in New Castle in March?

In New Castle, in March, during 5.7 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does New Castle have in March?

In New Castle, Indiana, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in New Castle?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:33 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in New Castle, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 8:05 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in New Castle, Indiana, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in New Castle?

The average sunshine duration in March in New Castle is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in New Castle?

In New Castle, Indiana, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
New Castle, IN

Average temperature in March - New Castle, IN
  • Average high temperature in March: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
New Castle, IN

Average pressure in March - New Castle, IN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
New Castle, IN

Average wind speed in March - New Castle, IN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in March
New Castle, IN

Average humidity in March - New Castle, IN
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
New Castle, IN

Average rainfall in March - New Castle, IN
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in March
New Castle, IN

Average rainfall days in March - New Castle, IN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
New Castle, IN

Average snowfall in March - New Castle, IN
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
New Castle, IN

Average snowfall days in March - New Castle, IN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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
New Castle, IN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - New Castle, IN
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
New Castle, IN

Average sunshine days in March - New Castle, IN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
New Castle, IN

Average UV index in March - New Castle, IN
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
New Castle, IN

Average cloud cover in March - New Castle, IN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in March
New Castle, IN

Average visibility in March - New Castle, IN
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August and September (5mi).

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