March weather forecast
Alabama, USA

March signifies a marked shift in Alabama's climate as the state begins its transition into spring. The overall temperatures across Alabama show a noticeable rise compared to the cooler averages of February. The northeast regions, while gradually warming up, can occasionally experience the remnants of winter's chill, especially during early March.

Central Alabama feels a distinct departure from the winter cold. Days become milder, and while mornings might still retain a crispness, the instances of frost begin to diminish. Coastal areas, influenced by the Gulf, showcase a pronounced transition with consistently warmer temperatures. The mild warmth near the coast stands in contrast to the chillier overtones of January and February.

Rainfall in March becomes more prevalent. This month marks the onset of the spring rainy season, with showers becoming more frequent and intense. March, being part of the tornado-prone season for Alabama, sees an uptick in the risk of tornadoes and severe thunderstorms, especially when compared to the more placid weather of the preceding month. Hailstorms, which began in February, can continue to occur, particularly in the central and southern regions of the state.

The average temperatures are in the mild 38°F (3.3°C) to warm 71°F (21.7°C) range, with Tuscaloosa in the south in the 45°F (7.2°C) to 70°F (21.1°C) zone.

As the state moves from the relative calm of February, the month of March brings with it more dynamic weather patterns. The Gulf-originated tropical influences start making their presence felt, resulting in sporadic turbulent weather. While areas like Valley Head might still report cooler temperatures compared to the state's average, the variance is less pronounced than in the winter months. By the end of March, the state is well on its way to embracing the full bloom of spring, preparing for the warmer overtures of April.

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• Birmingham - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Birmingham, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Birmingham during March, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.
• Montgomery - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. The months with the most snowfall in Montgomery, Alabama, are January and March, with an average 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated snow.
• Mobile - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Mobile, Alabama, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Mobile?
• Huntsville - March »
  In Huntsville during March, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Huntsville?
• Tuscaloosa - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Tuscaloosa, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Tuscaloosa?
• Hoover - March »
  On the last day of March, in Hoover sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:07 pm CDT. In Hoover in March, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Dothan - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Dothan, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Dothan?
• Decatur - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Decatur and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. On the first day of March in Decatur, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST.
• Auburn - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Auburn, Alabama, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Auburn in March, during 14.4 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Madison - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Madison, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. When does Daylight Saving Time start in March in Madison?
• Florence - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Florence and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Florence during March, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.
• Gadsden - March »
  On Sunday, March 10.2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Gadsden, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. In Gadsden, Alabama, in March, during 15.2 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.