March weather forecast
Athol, KY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Athol, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and an average high of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

March's arrival signals a modest temperature shift, moving from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in February to a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C). In March, Athol reports a consistent average low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout March, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Athol, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.6 days and collects up to 33.11" (841mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Athol, in March, during 4.3 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Athol, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.6 days and aggregates up to 12.17" (309mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:56 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 Athol, Kentucky, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

During March, Athol experiences an average high-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and a low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Athol, Kentucky, in March, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Athol, in March, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Athol have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

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 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:56 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Athol, KY

Average temperature in March - Athol, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in March
Athol, KY

Average pressure in March - Athol, KY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Athol, KY

Average wind speed in March - Athol, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Athol, KY

Average humidity in March - Athol, KY
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August, October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Athol, KY

Average rainfall in March - Athol, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.83"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in March
Athol, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Athol, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Athol, KY

Average snowfall in March - Athol, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Athol, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Athol, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Athol, KY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Athol, KY
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Athol, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Athol, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Athol, KY

Average UV index in March - Athol, KY
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Athol, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Athol, KY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Athol, KY

Average visibility in March - Athol, KY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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