March weather forecast
Fairfield, AL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Fairfield, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 64.6°F (18.1°C) and min 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C) to a comfortable 64.6°F (18.1°C). During March, the average low-temperature is a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

In Fairfield, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Fairfield, in March, during 15.1 rainfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fairfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.1 days and collects up to 39.69" (1008mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Fairfield aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Fairfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.1 days and aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Fairfield, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:07 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 6.3h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fairfield in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 64.6°F (18.1°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 15.1 days. Throughout March, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Fairfield 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 6:14 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:07 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 many hours of sunshine does Fairfield have in March?

In Fairfield, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Fairfield, AL

Average temperature in March - Fairfield, AL
  • Average high temperature in March: 64.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in March
Fairfield, AL

Average pressure in March - Fairfield, AL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Fairfield, AL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Fairfield, AL

Average humidity in March - Fairfield, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Fairfield, AL

Average rainfall in March - Fairfield, AL
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Fairfield, AL

Average rainfall days in March - Fairfield, AL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fairfield, AL

Average snowfall in March - Fairfield, AL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fairfield, AL

Average snowfall days in March - Fairfield, AL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Fairfield, AL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fairfield, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fairfield, AL

Average sunshine days in March - Fairfield, AL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Fairfield, AL

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Fairfield, AL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Fairfield, AL

Average visibility in March - Fairfield, 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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