March weather forecast
Augusta, GA

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The stunning city of Augusta, Georgia, three bridges and road veins, under the colorful sunset sky
The stunning city of Augusta, Georgia, three bridges and road veins, under the colorful sunset sky

Weather in March

March in Augusta witnesses the arrival of spring, known for its warmer days and a slight increase in average temperature compared to February. This month features more frequent rainy days with an average rainfall of around 2.4" (61mm). The daylight hours escalate to 12 daily, signaling longer days ahead. March marks a vital turning point in Augusta's weather; it sets the stage for April's even warmer and more pleasant climate conditions.

Temperature

The beginning of March in Augusta, Georgia, marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C) to an enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C). Augusta throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Augusta is 70%.

Rainfall

In Augusta, in March, during 14 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.8 rainfall days, and 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Augusta, Georgia. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Augusta aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Augusta, there are 1.3 snowfall days, and 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Augusta, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:48 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 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Augusta?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C) and a low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Augusta?

In March, the average relative humidity in Augusta, Georgia, is 70%.

How many days does it rain in March in Augusta?

In Augusta, in March, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Augusta?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Augusta, Georgia. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Augusta aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Augusta?

In March, the average day length in Augusta is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Augusta?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Augusta, Georgia, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:48 pm EDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Augusta?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Augusta, Georgia, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Augusta have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Augusta?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Augusta, Georgia, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Augusta, GA

Average temperature in March - Augusta, GA
  • Average high temperature in March: 65.5°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 (54°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Augusta, GA

Average pressure in March - Augusta, GA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Augusta, GA

Average wind speed in March - Augusta, GA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Augusta, GA

Average humidity in March - Augusta, GA
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (67%).

Average rainfall in March
Augusta, GA

Average rainfall in March - Augusta, GA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.4"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in March
Augusta, GA

Average rainfall days in March - Augusta, GA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Augusta, GA

Average snowfall in March - Augusta, GA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.12"

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
Augusta, GA

Average snowfall days in March - Augusta, GA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Augusta, GA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Augusta, GA
  • 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: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Augusta, GA

Average sunshine days in March - Augusta, GA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Augusta, GA

Average UV index in March - Augusta, GA
  • 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
Augusta, GA

Average cloud cover in March - Augusta, GA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Augusta, GA

Average visibility in March - Augusta, GA
  • 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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