March weather forecast
Shelby, AL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Shelby, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 64.8°F (18.2°C).

Temperature

As February gives way to March, the average high-temperature displays a slight ascent, adjusting from a moderate 57°F (13.9°C) to an enjoyable 64.8°F (18.2°C). Shelby's nighttime temperature during March is consistently averaged at a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout March, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170.7 rainfall days, and 39.06" (992mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Shelby aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Shelby, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.9 days and aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Shelby, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:06 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 Shelby, the average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In Shelby, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shelby in March?

In Shelby, 64.8°F (18.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 46.8°F (8.2°C) is the average low-temperature during March.

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Shelby, during March, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Shelby?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Shelby aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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 6:13 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:06 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 Shelby, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Shelby, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Shelby, AL

Average temperature in March - Shelby, AL
  • Average high temperature in March: 64.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 46.8°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Shelby, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Shelby, AL

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

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 (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Shelby, AL

Average humidity in March - Shelby, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Shelby, AL

Average rainfall in March - Shelby, AL
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in March
Shelby, AL

Average rainfall days in March - Shelby, AL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shelby, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shelby, AL

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1 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
Shelby, AL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shelby, 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 2min

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
Shelby, AL

Average sunshine days in March - Shelby, AL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Shelby, AL

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

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

Average cloud cover in March
Shelby, AL

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

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

Average visibility in March
Shelby, AL

Average visibility in March - Shelby, 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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