Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
Benton's transition into March is noticed by a slight rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C) in February to a still refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C). Throughout March, Benton registers a consistent average low-temperature of 48.2°F (9°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 77%.Rainfall
In Benton, during March, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 165 rainfall days, and 37.17" (944mm) 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, Benton aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Benton, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.7 days and aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:06 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 Benton, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.UV index
In Benton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in March
Benton, AL
- Average high temperature in March: 67.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 48.2°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Benton, AL
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Benton, AL
- Average wind speed in March: 7.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in March
Benton, 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 (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Benton, AL
- Average rainfall in March: 3.23"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in March
Benton, AL
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Benton, AL
- Average snowfall in March: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Benton, AL
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Benton, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Benton, AL
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8 days).
Average UV index in March
Benton, 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
Benton, 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 September and October (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Benton, AL
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).
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