Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
As February transitions into March, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from a moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C) to a still refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C). Throughout the month of March, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 44.6°F (7°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In Athens, in March, during 15.5 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.2 rainfall days, and 36.85" (936mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Athens aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Athens, Georgia, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.9 days and aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.Daylight
In Athens, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.On the first day of March in Athens, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine is 7.1h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
What are March temperatures in Athens?
What is the average humidity in March in Athens?
How many days does it rain in March in Athens?
What is the last month it snows in Athens?
How many hours of daylight does Athens have in March?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Athens?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Athens?
How long on average sun shines in March in Athens?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Athens?
Average temperature in March
Athens, GA
- Average high temperature in March: 63.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 44.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).
Average pressure in March
Athens, GA
- Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Athens, GA
- Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Athens, GA
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, October and November (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Athens, GA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.95"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in March
Athens, GA
- Average rainfall days in March: 15.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Athens, GA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Athens, GA
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Athens, GA
- 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: 7h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Athens, GA
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Athens, GA
- 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Athens, GA
- Average cloud cover in March: 42
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Athens, GA
- 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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