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
With the onset of March, Cottondale observes a minor temperature ascent, with the average high-temperature adjusting from February's moderate 57.2°F (14°C) to an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C). During March, the nighttime temperature averages of 47.1°F (8.4°C).Humidity
In Cottondale, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In Cottondale, in March, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 3.54" (90mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cottondale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.8 days and collects up to 39.96" (1015mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Cottondale aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.2 snowfall days, and 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Cottondale is 12h and 0min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:09 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.5h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?
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What is the UV index reading in March?
Average temperature in March
Cottondale, AL
- Average high temperature in March: 64.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 47.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).
Average pressure in March
Cottondale, AL
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Cottondale, AL
- Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Cottondale, 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 (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Cottondale, AL
- Average rainfall in March: 3.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.24").
Average rainfall days in March
Cottondale, AL
- Average rainfall days in March: 15 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Cottondale, AL
- Average snowfall in March: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Cottondale, AL
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 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
Cottondale, 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 3min
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 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Cottondale, AL
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Cottondale, AL
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in March
Cottondale, AL
- Average cloud cover in March: 45
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in March
Cottondale, 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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