March weather forecast
Compton, AR

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderate month in Compton, Arkansas, with an average temperature varying between 57.7°F (14.3°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

Compton's transition into March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in February to a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C). An average nighttime temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) is observed during March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Compton, in March, during 14.1 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Compton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.6 days and collects up to 31.89" (810mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Compton, in March, during 1.8 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 13.3 snowfall days, and 7.28" (185mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Compton, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Compton, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:34 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.7h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 57.7°F (14.3°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout March, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Compton, in March, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Compton have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:34 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 Compton have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Compton, AR

Average temperature in March - Compton, AR
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Compton, AR

Average pressure in March - Compton, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Compton, AR

Average wind speed in March - Compton, AR
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Compton, AR

Average humidity in March - Compton, 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 January and October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Compton, AR

Average rainfall in March - Compton, AR
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Compton, AR

Average rainfall days in March - Compton, AR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Compton, AR

Average snowfall in March - Compton, AR
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Compton, AR

Average snowfall days in March - Compton, AR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Compton, AR

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Compton, AR

Average sunshine days in March - Compton, AR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Compton, AR

Average UV index in March - Compton, AR
  • 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Compton, AR

Average cloud cover in March - Compton, AR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Compton, AR

Average visibility in March - Compton, 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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