March weather forecast
Springfield, MO

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A city square in downtown Springfield, Missouri, with a clean water fountain
A city square in downtown Springfield, Missouri, with a clean water fountain

Weather in March

As the blankets of winter dissolve, the arrival of spring can be felt in March’s weather. The noticeable shift in temperatures come in March, seeing an average high nearly 11°F (-11.7°C) warmer than February. March showers increase significantly, serving as nature's signal for the arrival of spring. Blooming flowers and blossoming trees start dotting the landscape of Springfield, heralding the beginning of warmer days.

Temperature

As March begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) in February to a moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C). The low-temperature average for Springfield during March stands at a wintry 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Springfield, during March, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. In Springfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.3 days and collects up to 37.91" (963mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated. In Springfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.3 days and aggregates up to 8.94" (227mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Springfield, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:35 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

The average sunshine in March in Springfield 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Springfield?

During March, Springfield experiences an average high-temperature of 56.7°F (13.7°C) and a low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).

What is the most humid month in Springfield?

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months in Springfield, Missouri.

What is the average humidity in March in Springfield?

In March, the average relative humidity in Springfield, Missouri, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Springfield in March?

In Springfield, during March, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Springfield in March?

In March, in Springfield, Missouri, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Springfield have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Springfield?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Springfield, Missouri, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 7:35 pm CDT.

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

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 Springfield?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Springfield?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Springfield, Missouri, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in March
Springfield, MO

Average temperature in March - Springfield, MO
  • Average high temperature in March: 56.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Springfield, MO

Average pressure in March - Springfield, MO
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Springfield, MO

Average wind speed in March - Springfield, MO
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Springfield, MO

Average humidity in March - Springfield, 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
Springfield, MO

Average rainfall in March - Springfield, MO
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.63").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
Springfield, MO

Average rainfall days in March - Springfield, MO
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Springfield, MO

Average snowfall in March - Springfield, MO
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Springfield, MO

Average snowfall days in March - Springfield, MO
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Springfield, MO

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Springfield, MO
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Springfield, MO

Average sunshine days in March - Springfield, MO
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Springfield, MO

Average UV index in March - Springfield, MO
  • 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Springfield, MO

Average cloud cover in March - Springfield, MO
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Springfield, MO

Average visibility in March - Springfield, MO
  • 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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