March weather forecast
Dothan, AL

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Weather in March

When March arrives in Dothan, the weather yet again escalates in warmth, with the sun shining substantially intensified compared to February. The city experiences an increase in sunshine hours showcasing its many sunny days, totaling 7 hours per day. Despite the increase in sunlight, rainfall remains somewhat similar to the preceding month. As Dothan transitions into April, locals can anticipate warmer days and a slight increase in rainfall.

Temperature

As February gives way to March, the average high-temperature in Dothan displays a slight ascent, adjusting from a comfortable 63.7°F (17.6°C) to an agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C). Throughout the month of March, Dothan sees a steady low-temperature average of 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 71%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout March, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dothan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.7 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Dothan, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:00 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 Dothan, the average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

In Dothan, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In Dothan, 70.3°F (21.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 51.1°F (10.6°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March in Dothan?

In Dothan, the average relative humidity in March is 71%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Dothan, Alabama, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Dothan, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in March?

In March, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Dothan, the average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:00 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?

The average sunshine duration in March in Dothan is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Dothan, AL

Average temperature in March - Dothan, AL
  • Average high temperature in March: 70.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 51.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Dothan, AL

Average pressure in March - Dothan, AL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Dothan, AL

Average wind speed in March - Dothan, AL
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Dothan, AL

Average humidity in March - Dothan, AL
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Dothan, AL

Average rainfall in March - Dothan, AL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Dothan, AL

Average rainfall days in March - Dothan, AL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dothan, AL

Average snowfall in March - Dothan, AL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Dothan, AL

Average snowfall days in March - Dothan, AL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dothan, AL

Average sunshine days in March - Dothan, AL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Dothan, AL

Average UV index in March - Dothan, AL
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Dothan, AL

Average cloud cover in March - Dothan, AL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Dothan, AL

Average visibility in March - Dothan, 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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