March weather forecast
Bardstown, KY

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Weather in March

March brings with it the freshness and mildness of spring, signaling an end to the rigid winter. Rainfall increases slightly to 2.87" (73mm) but it's the rise in temperature that is most noticeable, hitting an average high of 55°F (12.8°C). Residents can expect longer days, with an average daylight span of 12 hours. However, the city also experiences an increase in cloud coverage, leading to a drop in sunshine hours. On the brighter side, the blossoming landscapes make for an enchanting scenery.

Temperature

The arrival of March in Bardstown signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in February to a fresh 55°F (12.8°C). Bardstown experiences a mean temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) during March nights.

Humidity

In Bardstown, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Bardstown, in March, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bardstown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.7 days and collects up to 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Bardstown, during March, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.7 snowfall days, and 7.4" (188mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Bardstown is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:04 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 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Bardstown, is 55°F (12.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 38.1°F (3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Bardstown, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Bardstown, during March, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Bardstown, in March, during 4 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 8:04 pm EDT.

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

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

In Bardstown, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Bardstown?

In Bardstown, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Bardstown, KY

Average temperature in March - Bardstown, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 55°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in March
Bardstown, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Bardstown, KY

Average wind speed in March - Bardstown, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Bardstown, KY

Average humidity in March - Bardstown, KY
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Bardstown, KY

Average rainfall in March - Bardstown, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in March
Bardstown, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Bardstown, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bardstown, KY

Average snowfall in March - Bardstown, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Bardstown, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Bardstown, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Bardstown, KY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Bardstown, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bardstown, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Bardstown, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Bardstown, KY

Average UV index in March - Bardstown, KY
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Bardstown, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Bardstown, KY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Bardstown, KY

Average visibility in March - Bardstown, KY
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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