March weather forecast
Sandy Springs, AL

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a comfortable month in Sandy Springs, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature marginally rises from a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) in February to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). In Sandy Springs, the average temperature during the nights of March drops to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Sandy Springs, Alabama, in March, during 15 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sandy Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.2 days and collects up to 41.06" (1043mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Sandy Springs aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Sandy Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.5 days and aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Sandy Springs, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:02 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 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March 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: An average UV index of 4 in March transforms into this advice:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Sandy Springs?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Sandy Springs, in March, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Sandy Springs aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Sandy Springs, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:02 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Sandy Springs, AL

Average temperature in March - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average high temperature in March: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in March
Sandy Springs, AL

Average pressure in March - Sandy Springs, 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
Sandy Springs, AL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in March
Sandy Springs, AL

Average humidity in March - Sandy Springs, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Sandy Springs, AL

Average rainfall in March - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.62"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.56").

Average rainfall days in March
Sandy Springs, AL

Average rainfall days in March - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sandy Springs, AL

Average snowfall in March - Sandy Springs, 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
Sandy Springs, AL

Average snowfall days in March - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sandy Springs, AL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sandy Springs, 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: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sandy Springs, AL

Average sunshine days in March - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8 days).

Average UV index in March
Sandy Springs, AL

Average UV index in March - Sandy Springs, 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
Sandy Springs, AL

Average cloud cover in March - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Sandy Springs, AL

Average visibility in March - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (5mi).

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