March weather forecast
South Bend, IN

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Colorful river lights on the bridge of St. Joseph River in South Bend, Indiana
Colorful river lights on the bridge of St. Joseph River in South Bend, Indiana

Weather in March

With the onset of March, South Bend, Indiana, begins to welcome the spring season. Encouraging signs of warmth surface, as temperatures climb to an average high of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and a low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C). The spring metamorphosis brings a decline in snowfall to 1.42" (36mm). As winter recedes, the city exhibits a fresh lease of life with an increased amount of daylight and a noticeable reduction in snow cover. Looking forward to April, the expectation would be a continuation of the warming trend.

Temperature

A rise in the average high-temperature is observed during March, moving from a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C) in February to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). March is noted for a mean low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in South Bend is 77%.

Rainfall

In South Bend, during March, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In South Bend, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.2 days and collects up to 25.31" (643mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout March, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 61.6 snowfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In South Bend, Indiana, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in South Bend, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 8:09 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 March, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

In South Bend, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in South Bend in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in South Bend, is 44.4°F (6.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in South Bend?

In South Bend, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in South Bend in March?

In March, in South Bend, Indiana, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout March, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in South Bend in March?

In March, in South Bend, Indiana, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout March, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in South Bend?

In South Bend, Indiana, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in South Bend?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 8:09 pm EDT.

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

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

In South Bend, Indiana, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in South Bend?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in South Bend is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
South Bend, IN

Average temperature in March - South Bend, IN
  • Average high temperature in March: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
South Bend, IN

Average pressure in March - South Bend, IN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
South Bend, IN

Average wind speed in March - South Bend, IN
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
South Bend, IN

Average humidity in March - South Bend, IN
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
South Bend, IN

Average rainfall in March - South Bend, IN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in March
South Bend, IN

Average rainfall days in March - South Bend, IN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
South Bend, IN

Average snowfall in March - South Bend, IN
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
South Bend, IN

Average snowfall days in March - South Bend, IN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18 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
South Bend, IN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
South Bend, IN

Average sunshine days in March - South Bend, IN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
South Bend, IN

Average UV index in March - South Bend, IN
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in March
South Bend, IN

Average cloud cover in March - South Bend, IN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
South Bend, IN

Average visibility in March - South Bend, IN
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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