March weather forecast
Salem, AL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Salem, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 66.6°F (19.2°C) and min 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

March brings a slight rise in Salem's average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 58.8°F (14.9°C) in February to a comfortable 66.6°F (19.2°C). Salem records an average nighttime low of 47.3°F (8.5°C) in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In Salem, in March, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.9 rainfall days, and 37.64" (956mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Salem aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.9 snowfall days, and 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:00 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 6.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Salem, is 66.6°F (19.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Salem, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Salem, in March, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Salem aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Salem have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:00 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 Salem, 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 Salem have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Salem, AL

Average temperature in March - Salem, AL
  • Average high temperature in March: 66.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 47.3°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Salem, AL

Average pressure in March - Salem, AL
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Salem, AL

Average wind speed in March - Salem, AL
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Salem, AL

Average humidity in March - Salem, AL
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Salem, AL

Average rainfall in March - Salem, AL
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.95"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in March
Salem, AL

Average rainfall days in March - Salem, AL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Salem, AL

Average snowfall in March - Salem, AL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Salem, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Salem, AL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Salem, 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Salem, AL

Average sunshine days in March - Salem, AL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Salem, AL

Average UV index in March - Salem, 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 and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Salem, AL

Average cloud cover in March - Salem, AL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Salem, AL

Average visibility in March - Salem, 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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