March weather forecast
Fort Payne, AL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Fort Payne, is a moderate month, with an average temperature varying between 43°F (6.1°C) and 60.1°F (15.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) in February to a moderate 60.1°F (15.6°C). During March, Fort Payne's temperature averages to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Fort Payne, in March, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 4.09" (104mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fort Payne, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.7 days and collects up to 47.01" (1194mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in March, Fort Payne aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Fort Payne, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.3 days and aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:03 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 Fort Payne, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

In Fort Payne, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

March temperatures in Fort Payne vary between a high-temperature of 60.1°F (15.6°C) and a low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Fort Payne, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in Fort Payne in March?

In Fort Payne, during March, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in March, Fort Payne aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:03 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 Fort Payne have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Fort Payne, AL

Average temperature in March - Fort Payne, AL
  • Average high temperature in March: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Fort Payne, AL

Average pressure in March - Fort Payne, 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
Fort Payne, AL

Average wind speed in March - Fort Payne, AL
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Fort Payne, AL

Average humidity in March - Fort Payne, AL
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Fort Payne, AL

Average rainfall in March - Fort Payne, AL
  • Average rainfall in March: 4.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.84").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.95").

Average rainfall days in March
Fort Payne, AL

Average rainfall days in March - Fort Payne, AL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).

Average snowfall in March
Fort Payne, AL

Average snowfall in March - Fort Payne, AL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Fort Payne, AL

Average snowfall days in March - Fort Payne, AL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Fort Payne, AL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Fort Payne, 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: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Fort Payne, AL

Average sunshine days in March - Fort Payne, AL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Fort Payne, AL

Average UV index in March - Fort Payne, AL
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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

Average cloud cover in March
Fort Payne, AL

Average cloud cover in March - Fort Payne, AL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Fort Payne, AL

Average visibility in March - Fort Payne, AL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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