March weather forecast
Alma, AL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an agreeable month in Alma, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average high of 69.6°F (20.9°C) and an average low of 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

The start of March is characterized by a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C) in February to an agreeable 69.6°F (20.9°C). During the month of March, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Alma, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.9 rainfall days, and 35.63" (905mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Alma aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Alma, Alabama, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.1 days and aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March in Alma, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:10 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 Alma, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Alma in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 69.6°F (20.9°C) and 49.1°F (9.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Alma, during March, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Alma?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Alma aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Alma have in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:10 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Alma, AL

Average temperature in March - Alma, AL
  • Average high temperature in March: 69.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Alma, AL

Average pressure in March - Alma, AL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Alma, AL

Average wind speed in March - Alma, AL
  • Average wind speed in March: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Alma, AL

Average humidity in March - Alma, AL
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Alma, AL

Average rainfall in March - Alma, AL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

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

Average rainfall days in March
Alma, AL

Average rainfall days in March - Alma, AL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Alma, AL

Average snowfall in March - Alma, AL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Alma, AL

Average snowfall days in March - Alma, AL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Alma, AL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Alma, AL

Average sunshine days in March - Alma, AL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Alma, AL

Average UV index in March - Alma, AL
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Alma, AL

Average cloud cover in March - Alma, AL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Alma, AL

Average visibility in March - Alma, AL
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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