March weather forecast
Canton, GA

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Weather in March

March brings a welcome medley of rising temperatures and slightly longer days. Following February’s sneak peek, this month experiences an average high of 60.6°F (15.9°C) and a low of 43.3°F (6.3°C). The arrival of Spring is signalled by less snowfall, reaching a near negligible 0.08" (2mm). As winter wanes, Canton leaves behind frigid days, looking forward to mild and rainy weather.

Temperature

As March sets, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in February to a refreshing 60.6°F (15.9°C). During March, the nighttime temperature in Canton averages to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Humidity

In Canton, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Canton, in March, it is raining for 16.4 days, with typically 3.78" (96mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Canton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.9 days and collects up to 42.95" (1091mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Canton aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5.1 snowfall days, and 2.64" (67mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Canton, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:58 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In Canton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Canton, in March, during 16.4 rainfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Canton aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Canton, 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 7:05 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Canton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Canton, GA

Average temperature in March - Canton, GA
  • Average high temperature in March: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 43.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Canton, GA

Average pressure in March - Canton, GA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Canton, GA

Average wind speed in March - Canton, GA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Canton, GA

Average humidity in March - Canton, GA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in March
Canton, GA

Average rainfall in March - Canton, GA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.78"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.52").

Average rainfall days in March
Canton, GA

Average rainfall days in March - Canton, GA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Canton, GA

Average snowfall in March - Canton, GA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Canton, GA

Average snowfall days in March - Canton, GA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Canton, 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: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Canton, GA

Average sunshine days in March - Canton, GA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9 days).

Average UV index in March
Canton, GA

Average UV index in March - Canton, GA
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Canton, GA

Average cloud cover in March - Canton, GA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Canton, GA

Average visibility in March - Canton, GA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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