March weather forecast
Helena, AL

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Weather in March

March is the gateway to spring, with Helena, Alabama experiencing a considerable upturn in temperature which peaks at 64.4°F (18°C). This month sees a decline in both relative humidity and cloud cover, leading to clearer skies. The longer days allow residents to enjoy more outdoor activities. Rainfall remains relatively the same as in February, yet it is well scattered throughout the month. Overall, March is characterized by its clearer skies and gradually warming temperature.

Temperature

The embrace of March brings a minor uplift in the average high-temperature, shifting from a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C) in February to a comfortable 64.4°F (18°C). During the month of March, Helena's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Helena, in March, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.2 rainfall days, and 40.08" (1018mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Helena aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Helena, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.3 days and aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of March, 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 Helena, the average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in March transforms into this advice:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Helena during March are 64.4°F (18°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 many days does it rain in March?

In Helena, during March, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Helena. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Helena aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, 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 in Helena?

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?

In Helena, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Helena, AL
  • Average high temperature in March: 64.4°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 (51.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in March
Helena, AL

Average pressure in March - Helena, 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
Helena, AL

Average wind speed in March - Helena, 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 (4.4mph).

Average humidity in March
Helena, AL

Average humidity in March - Helena, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Helena, AL

Average rainfall in March - Helena, AL
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.36").

Average rainfall days in March
Helena, AL

Average rainfall days in March - Helena, AL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Helena, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Helena, AL

Average snowfall days in March - Helena, AL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Helena, AL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Helena, 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 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Helena, AL

Average sunshine days in March - Helena, AL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Helena, AL

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

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Helena, AL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Helena, AL

Average visibility in March - Helena, 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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