March weather forecast
Decatur, GA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Decatur, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Temperature

As Decatur welcomes March, the average high-temperature displays a subtle shift, adjusting from a cool 55°F (12.8°C) in February to a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C). During March, Decatur records an average temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Decatur, in March, during 11.3 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Decatur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.6 days and collects up to 14.72" (374mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Decatur aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Decatur, there are 2.3 snowfall days, and 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:57 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 in Decatur is 7.1h.

UV index

In Decatur, 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 ordinary person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Decatur in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 63.1°F (17.3°C) and a low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Decatur, Georgia, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:57 pm EDT.

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 EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Decatur have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Decatur, GA

Average temperature in March - Decatur, GA
  • Average high temperature in March: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Decatur, GA

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

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

Average wind speed in March
Decatur, GA

Average wind speed in March - Decatur, GA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Decatur, GA

Average humidity in March - Decatur, GA
  • Average humidity in March: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Decatur, GA

Average rainfall in March - Decatur, GA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Decatur, GA

Average rainfall days in March - Decatur, GA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Decatur, GA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Decatur, GA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 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
Decatur, GA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Decatur, 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: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Decatur, GA

Average sunshine days in March - Decatur, GA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Decatur, GA

Average UV index in March - Decatur, GA
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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

Average cloud cover in March
Decatur, GA

Average cloud cover in March - Decatur, GA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Decatur, GA

Average visibility in March - Decatur, 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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