March weather forecast
Alexander City, AL

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Weather in March

March sees a steady rise in temperatures as winter transitions into spring. It experiences an increase in rainfall amount and rainfall days compared to February, indicative of the usual spring showers characteristic of this period. Despite the increase in temperatures, the relative humidity remains quite similar to that of February. With spring in full bloom, the length of the day also increases offering Alexander City 12 hours of daylight. The UV index begins to rise as we move deeper into the year, offering a hint of the warmer months to come.

Temperature

March's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from a refreshing 57.6°F (14.2°C) in February to a comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C). An average low-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C) is recorded during the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Alexander City, in March, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Alexander City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.3 days and collects up to 39.88" (1013mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Alexander City, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:03 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 Alexander City, Alabama, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during March leads to these instructions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In Alexander City, 65.1°F (18.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 46.4°F (8°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Alexander City, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Alexander City, during March, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Alexander City, snow does not fall in March through November.

Does it snow in March?

In March, in Alexander City, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Alexander City have in March?

In Alexander City, Alabama, the average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:03 pm CDT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Alexander City have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Alexander City, AL

Average temperature in March - Alexander City, AL
  • Average high temperature in March: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Alexander City, AL

Average pressure in March - Alexander City, AL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Alexander City, AL

Average wind speed in March - Alexander City, AL
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Alexander City, AL

Average humidity in March - Alexander City, AL
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Alexander City, AL

Average rainfall in March - Alexander City, AL
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.05").

Average rainfall days in March
Alexander City, AL

Average rainfall days in March - Alexander City, AL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Alexander City, AL

Average snowfall in March - Alexander City, AL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Alexander City, AL

Average snowfall days in March - Alexander City, AL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Alexander City, AL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Alexander City, AL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Alexander City, AL

Average sunshine days in March - Alexander City, AL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Alexander City, AL

Average UV index in March - Alexander City, AL
  • 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, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Alexander City, AL

Average cloud cover in March - Alexander City, AL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Alexander City, AL

Average visibility in March - Alexander City, AL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

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