March weather forecast
Charleston, AR

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Charleston, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

An increase in the average high-temperature marks March, moving from February's fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) to a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C). In the month of March, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Charleston, in March, during 11.6 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.9 rainfall days, and 20.94" (532mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Charleston. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Charleston aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Charleston, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.6 days and aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:37 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 Charleston, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Charleston, is 61.3°F (16.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What are the most humid months?

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in March in Charleston?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Charleston, Arkansas, during March, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:37 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 Charleston have in March?

In Charleston, Arkansas, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.8h.

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 medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Charleston, AR

Average temperature in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average high temperature in March: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Charleston, AR

Average pressure in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Charleston, AR

Average wind speed in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Charleston, AR

Average humidity in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Charleston, AR

Average rainfall in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Charleston, AR

Average rainfall days in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Charleston, AR

Average snowfall in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Charleston, AR

Average snowfall days in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 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
Charleston, AR

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Charleston, AR

Average sunshine days in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Charleston, AR

Average UV index in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Charleston, AR

Average cloud cover in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in March
Charleston, AR

Average visibility in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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