March weather forecast
Sandy Springs, GA

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Weather in March

March sees a significant change in Sandy Springs's weather with the close of winter and dawn of spring. The month observes longer daylight hours and increased sunshine, leading to a welcoming and pleasant weather. Rain and wind conditions moderate, fostering an agreeable environment as the city heads towards warmer months. With dramatically increased average high temperatures of 62.6°F (17°C), snowfall becomes almost nonexistent. From March onwards, expect an upward trajectory in temperature that continues well into the middle of the year.

Temperature

The shift into March is characterized by a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) to a refreshing 62.6°F (17°C). The nighttime temperature, during March, averages of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout March, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 180.4 rainfall days, and 42.91" (1090mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Sandy Springs aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Sandy Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.9 days and aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
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 7:57 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 is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Sandy Springs?

In Sandy Springs, in March, the average high-temperature is 62.6°F (17°C), and the average low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Sandy Springs, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Sandy Springs, Georgia, during March, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Sandy Springs aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:57 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Sandy Springs, 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 Sandy Springs have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sandy Springs, GA

Average temperature in March - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average high temperature in March: 62.6°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 (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Sandy Springs, GA

Average pressure in March - Sandy Springs, 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
Sandy Springs, GA

Average wind speed in March - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Sandy Springs, GA

Average humidity in March - Sandy Springs, 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 (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Sandy Springs, GA

Average rainfall in March - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.16").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
Sandy Springs, GA

Average rainfall days in March - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sandy Springs, GA

Average snowfall in March - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sandy Springs, GA

Average snowfall days in March - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 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
Sandy Springs, GA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sandy Springs, 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
Sandy Springs, GA

Average sunshine days in March - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Sandy Springs, GA

Average UV index in March - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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

Average cloud cover in March
Sandy Springs, GA

Average cloud cover in March - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Sandy Springs, GA

Average visibility in March - Sandy Springs, 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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