March weather forecast
Gainesville, AL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Gainesville, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 48°F (8.9°C) and 66.2°F (19°C).

Temperature

As Gainesville transitions into March, a marginal rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a mild 58.5°F (14.7°C) in February to a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C). In March, the average low-temperature records at a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Gainesville, Alabama, during March, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation. In Gainesville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.2 days and collects up to 38.9" (988mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:12 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 6.6h.

UV index

In Gainesville, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in March leads to these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The high-temperature, in March, in Gainesville, is 66.2°F (19°C), while the low-temperature averages to 48°F (8.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in Gainesville in March?

In March, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout March, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Gainesville, snow does not fall in March through October.

Does it snow in March?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gainesville have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:12 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 Gainesville have in March?

In Gainesville, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Gainesville, AL

Average temperature in March - Gainesville, AL
  • Average high temperature in March: 66.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Gainesville, AL

Average pressure in March - Gainesville, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Gainesville, AL

Average wind speed in March - Gainesville, AL
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.2mph

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

Average humidity in March
Gainesville, AL

Average humidity in March - Gainesville, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Gainesville, AL

Average rainfall in March - Gainesville, AL
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in March
Gainesville, AL

Average rainfall days in March - Gainesville, AL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Gainesville, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Gainesville, AL

Average snowfall days in March - Gainesville, AL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 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
Gainesville, AL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gainesville, 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 4min

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
Gainesville, AL

Average sunshine days in March - Gainesville, AL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Gainesville, AL

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Gainesville, AL

Average cloud cover in March - Gainesville, AL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Gainesville, AL

Average visibility in March - Gainesville, 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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