March weather forecast
Cotton Ridge, AL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a comfortable month in Cotton Ridge, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63.7°F (17.6°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from a mild 55.8°F (13.2°C) in February to a comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C). Cotton Ridge reports an average low-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C) during the nights of March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Cotton Ridge, in March, during 13 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149 rainfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Cotton Ridge aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3 snowfall days, and 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:33 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 Cotton Ridge, 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 moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 4 during March translates into the following guidance:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cotton Ridge in March?

In Cotton Ridge, 63.7°F (17.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 45.7°F (7.6°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In March, in Cotton Ridge, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

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

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 7:06 pm CDT.

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

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?

In Cotton Ridge, Alabama, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average temperature in March - Cotton Ridge, AL
  • Average high temperature in March: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 45.7°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 (34.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average pressure in March - Cotton Ridge, 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
Cotton Ridge, AL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average humidity in March - Cotton Ridge, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average rainfall in March - Cotton Ridge, AL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average rainfall days in March - Cotton Ridge, AL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average snowfall in March - Cotton Ridge, AL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average snowfall days in March - Cotton Ridge, AL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cotton Ridge, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average sunshine days in March - Cotton Ridge, AL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average UV index in March - Cotton Ridge, AL
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average cloud cover in March - Cotton Ridge, AL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average visibility in March - Cotton Ridge, 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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