March weather forecastRolla, MO
March
Weather in March
The cold grip of winter loosens in March, giving way to more varied weather conditions in Rolla. Occasional snow days could still occur, although these are fewer and are often succeeded by more rainfall. With improved temperatures, the daylight hours continue to increase, promising forthcoming blooms in the parks and gardens of the city. The decreasing snowfall is replaced by a more significant amount of rainfall, signaling the transition to spring. Indeed, March records a higher temperature, going up to 55°F (12.8°C), providing a more comfortable foundation for spring activities.Temperature
March's arrival brings a temperature shift, moving from a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) in February to a fresh 55°F (12.8°C). During March, the nighttime temperature averages to a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In Rolla, during March, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 147.2 rainfall days, and 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rolla, in March, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 24.7 snowfall days, and 11.1" (282mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Rolla, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:29 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 Rolla, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in March leads to these recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Rolla, MO
- Average high temperature in March: 55°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 37.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Rolla, MO
- Average pressure in March: 30.06"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).
Average wind speed in March
Rolla, MO
- Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Rolla, MO
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Rolla, MO
- Average rainfall in March: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.65").
Average rainfall days in March
Rolla, MO
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Rolla, MO
- Average snowfall in March: 1.22"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Rolla, MO
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rolla, 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 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Rolla, MO
- Average sunshine days in March: 14 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Rolla, MO
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Rolla, MO
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Rolla, MO
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
