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Independence Weather in March

Thinking of visiting Independence in March? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 13°C (55°F) during the day, dropping to 1°C (34°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Independence in March

You can expect rain on roughly 10 days based on historical data, averaging 76 mm (3 in) for the month. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Independence in March

Independence in March gets highs of 13°C (55°F) during the day and drops to 1°C (34°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights fall to 1°C (34°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Independence in March

With approximately 225 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. Despite it being a cool month, it makes for pleasant days outside.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, June and September typically offer the best circumstances for Independence.

Independence Temperature in March

Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
76 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
66% *
Sunshine
225 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
59% *
* Data from: Kansas City, the United States of America (12 KM, 7 Miles).

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Best Places in the United States of America in March

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Independence in March

The weather can be unpredictable in March, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Independence in March

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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