March weather forecast
Selma, AL

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Weather in March

March sees Selma leave the winter months behind, with temperatures beginning to show signs of spring. Rainfall is pretty consistent, recorded at 3.23" (82mm) throughout the month. The wind gusts drop slightly compared to the winter months but remain steady overall. March marks an increase in daylight hours - a clear indicator of the incoming spring season. The UV index raises to 4, a considerable rise from the winter periods, indicating increased sun intensity.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Selma's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from February's 59.9°F (15.5°C) to a still refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C). Throughout March, Selma witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 48.2°F (9°C).

Humidity

In Selma, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout March, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Selma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165 days and collects up to 37.17" (944mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Selma aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Selma, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.7 days and aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Selma, 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 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 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 Selma, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

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 UV index of 4 during March translates into the following guidance:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In Selma, 67.6°F (19.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 48.2°F (9°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in Selma in March?

In Selma, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) 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, Selma aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Selma have 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 6:14 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 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, 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?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Selma, AL

Average temperature in March - Selma, AL
  • Average high temperature in March: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 48.2°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Selma, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Selma, AL

Average wind speed in March - Selma, AL
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Selma, AL

Average humidity in March - Selma, 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 (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Selma, AL

Average rainfall in March - Selma, AL
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
Selma, AL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Selma, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Selma, AL

Average snowfall days in March - Selma, AL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 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 and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Selma, AL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Selma, AL

Average sunshine days in March - Selma, AL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8 days).

Average UV index in March
Selma, AL

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Selma, AL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Selma, AL

Average visibility in March - Selma, AL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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