March weather forecast
Ashland, AL

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Weather in March

March brings a more noticeable transition in weather conditions in Ashland, Alabama, compared to the preceding months. The temperatures begin to climb, hinting at the forthcoming spring season. Additionally, daylight hours start to increase, making the city bask in the sun for 12 hours daily. However, the town also witnesses substantial rainfall, with an average rainfall of 3.66" (93mm) spread across approximately 16 days, making March one of the wettest months. Despite the rain, the harmonious blend of gradually warming temperatures and extended sunshine hours makes March a herald of spring.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Ashland experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a moderate 56.1°F (13.4°C) in February to a comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C). Ashland, in March, experiences an average temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout March, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 184.4 rainfall days, and 42.17" (1071mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Ashland aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Ashland, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.3 days and aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
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.
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

The average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Ashland, is 63.7°F (17.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 45.3°F (7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Ashland, during March, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Ashland aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Ashland, AL

Average temperature in March - Ashland, AL
  • Average high temperature in March: 63.7°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 (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 45.3°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Ashland, AL

Average pressure in March - Ashland, 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
Ashland, AL

Average wind speed in March - Ashland, AL
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Ashland, AL

Average humidity in March - Ashland, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Ashland, AL

Average rainfall in March - Ashland, AL
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").

Average rainfall days in March
Ashland, AL

Average rainfall days in March - Ashland, AL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Ashland, AL

Average snowfall in March - Ashland, AL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Ashland, AL

Average snowfall days in March - Ashland, AL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 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
Ashland, AL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Ashland, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Ashland, AL

Average sunshine days in March - Ashland, AL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Ashland, AL

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Ashland, AL

Average cloud cover in March - Ashland, AL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September and October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Ashland, AL

Average visibility in March - Ashland, 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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