March weather forecast
Peterson, AL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an enjoyable month in Peterson, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.1°F (8.4°C) and an average high of 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of March signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from 57.2°F (14°C) in February to a still refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C). During March, an average low-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C) is observed.

Humidity

In Peterson, Alabama, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout March, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 169.8 rainfall days, and 39.96" (1015mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Peterson aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.2 snowfall days, and 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:09 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.5h.

UV index

In Peterson, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 in March translates into these instructions:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

In Peterson, 64.9°F (18.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 47.1°F (8.4°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity in Peterson is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Peterson, in March, during 15 rainfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Peterson 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.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:09 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 Peterson have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Peterson, AL
  • Average high temperature in March: 64.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Peterson, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Peterson, AL

Average wind speed in March - Peterson, AL
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Peterson, AL

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

Average rainfall in March
Peterson, AL

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.24").

Average rainfall days in March
Peterson, AL

Average rainfall days in March - Peterson, AL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Peterson, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Peterson, AL

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

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Peterson, 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 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Peterson, AL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Peterson, AL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Peterson, AL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Peterson, AL

Average visibility in March - Peterson, 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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