March weather forecast
Preston, GA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a comfortable month in Preston, Georgia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 67.6°F (19.8°C) and 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Temperature

A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of March, moving from a refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C) in February to a still enjoyable 67.6°F (19.8°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 49.3°F (9.6°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Preston, Georgia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.2 days and collects up to 22.95" (583mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Preston, Georgia, are January through March. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Preston aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 0.7 snowfall days, and 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Preston, Georgia, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 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 Preston, the average sunshine in March is 7.4h.

UV index

In Preston, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in March transforms into this advice:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Preston, records 67.6°F (19.8°C), while the low-temperature is 49.3°F (9.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March in Preston is 72%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Preston, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Preston?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Preston. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Preston aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

In Preston, the average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Preston, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Preston, GA
  • Average high temperature in March: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Preston, GA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Preston, GA

Average wind speed in March - Preston, GA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Preston, GA

Average humidity in March - Preston, GA
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in March
Preston, GA

Average rainfall in March - Preston, GA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.22").

Average rainfall days in March
Preston, GA

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

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Preston, GA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Preston, GA

Average snowfall days in March - Preston, GA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Preston, GA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Preston, GA

Average sunshine days in March - Preston, GA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (8.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Preston, GA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Preston, GA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Preston, GA

Average visibility in March - Preston, 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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