March weather forecast
Huntsville, AL

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The colorful neon lights that lit up the buildings and roads of Huntsville in Alabama
The colorful neon lights that lit up the buildings and roads of Huntsville in Alabama

Weather in March

The advent of spring summons a transitional phase in Huntsville's weather in March. The city begins to thaw, with temperatures comfortably nestling around 60.1°F (15.6°C) in the day. However, this period witnesses a noticeable increment in the rain frequency, encouraging the growth of spring blossoms, thus enhancing the city's scenic beauty. Longer daylight hours, lasting for approximately 12 hours per day, provide ample opportunities for outdoor activities. Therefore, March, with its gentle shift towards warmer temperatures, introduces Huntsville to the delightful hues of spring.

Temperature

March brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a refreshing 60.1°F (15.6°C). In March, Huntsville experiences a temperature dip to an average of 43°F (6.1°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Huntsville, during March, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171.9 rainfall days, and 42.36" (1076mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in March, Huntsville aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Huntsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.8 days and aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 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 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Huntsville, is 60.1°F (15.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Huntsville, during March, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Huntsville?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in March, Huntsville aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 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 in Huntsville, 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Huntsville, AL

Average pressure in March - Huntsville, 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
Huntsville, AL

Average wind speed in March - Huntsville, AL
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Huntsville, AL

Average humidity in March - Huntsville, AL
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Huntsville, AL

Average rainfall in March - Huntsville, AL
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
Huntsville, AL

Average rainfall days in March - Huntsville, AL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Huntsville, AL

Average snowfall in March - Huntsville, AL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Huntsville, AL

Average snowfall days in March - Huntsville, AL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.9 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
Huntsville, AL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Huntsville, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Huntsville, AL

Average sunshine days in March - Huntsville, AL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Huntsville, AL

Average UV index in March - Huntsville, 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
Huntsville, AL

Average cloud cover in March - Huntsville, AL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Huntsville, AL

Average visibility in March - Huntsville, 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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