March weather forecast
Anniston, AL

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The colorful courthouse of the Calhoun County located in Anniston, Alabama
The colorful courthouse of the Calhoun County located in Anniston, Alabama

Weather in March

With March arrives the official commencement of spring in Anniston, Alabama. A significant jump in the temperature, peaking at 63°F (17.2°C), heralds the transformation in seasons from winter to spring. March is known for sporadic rain showers, preparing the ground for blooms that come with April. If compared with April’s weather forecast, March enjoys a lesser rainfall with slightly lower temperatures. The cool breeze of March continues on into April, but the anticipation of an increased number of sunny days lends an air of exhilaration to the residents.

Temperature

The beginning of March signals a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 55.4°F (13°C) in February to a comfortable 63°F (17.2°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 44.8°F (7.1°C) in March.

Humidity

In Anniston, Alabama, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Anniston, in March, during 12.7 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Anniston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.2 days and collects up to 20.12" (511mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Anniston. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Anniston aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Anniston, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.8 days and aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

Daylight

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 5:40 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 Anniston, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Anniston?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 63°F (17.2°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Anniston, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Anniston, in March, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Anniston aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March in Anniston is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Anniston?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:40 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 Anniston have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Anniston, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Anniston, AL

Average temperature in March - Anniston, AL
  • Average high temperature in March: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Anniston, AL

Average pressure in March - Anniston, 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
Anniston, AL

Average wind speed in March - Anniston, AL
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in March
Anniston, AL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Anniston, AL

Average rainfall in March - Anniston, AL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (0.98").

Average rainfall days in March
Anniston, AL

Average rainfall days in March - Anniston, AL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Anniston, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Anniston, AL

Average snowfall days in March - Anniston, AL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Anniston, AL

Average sunshine days in March - Anniston, AL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Anniston, AL

Average UV index in March - Anniston, 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
Anniston, AL

Average cloud cover in March - Anniston, AL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Anniston, AL

Average visibility in March - Anniston, AL
  • 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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