March weather forecast
Abilene, KS

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Weather in March

March’s arrival signals the onset of spring in Abilene, as temperatures surge. The most significant shift is in the temperature range, with the mercury rising from a moderate 37.9°F (3.3°C) to a pleasant 56.5°F (13.6°C). The days grow increasingly longer, allowing more time for outdoor activities. Nature begins its green revival with a renewed vigor marking the end of the winter season. March is the time when the city is draped in blooming flowers, making for a vibrant start to spring.

Temperature

Abilene experiences a temperature shift with the start of March, with average high-temperatures moving from a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) in February to a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C). During the nights in March, an average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) is observed in Abilene.

Humidity

In Abilene, Kansas, the average relative humidity in March is 66%.

Rainfall

In Abilene, Kansas, in March, during 9.9 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Abilene, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.5 days and collects up to 18.58" (472mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Abilene, Kansas. In Abilene, Kansas, in March, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Abilene, there are 16.1 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:51 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 is 7.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Abilene, Kansas, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in March interprets into the following advice:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Abilene?

Abilene in March has an average high-temperature of 56.5°F (13.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Abilene?

The average relative humidity in March in Abilene is 66%.

How much does it rain in Abilene in March?

In March, in Abilene, Kansas, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Abilene?

In Abilene, during March, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Abilene have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Abilene?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:51 pm CDT.

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

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

In Abilene, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Abilene?

In Abilene, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Abilene, KS

Average temperature in March - Abilene, KS
  • Average high temperature in March: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
Abilene, KS

Average pressure in March - Abilene, KS
  • Average pressure in March: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Abilene, KS

Average wind speed in March - Abilene, KS
  • Average wind speed in March: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Abilene, KS

Average humidity in March - Abilene, KS
  • Average humidity in March: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and October (63%).

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Average rainfall in March
Abilene, KS

Average rainfall in March - Abilene, KS
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in March
Abilene, KS

Average rainfall days in March - Abilene, KS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Abilene, KS

Average snowfall in March - Abilene, KS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Abilene, KS

Average snowfall days in March - Abilene, KS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 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
Abilene, KS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Abilene, KS
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Abilene, KS

Average sunshine days in March - Abilene, KS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Abilene, KS

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Abilene, KS

Average cloud cover in March - Abilene, KS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in March
Abilene, KS

Average visibility in March - Abilene, 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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