March weather forecast
Carter, KY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Carter, is a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.1°F (11.7°C) and min 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The start of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in February to a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C). Throughout March, a steady low-temperature average of 36.5°F (2.5°C) is noted.

Humidity

In Carter, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Carter, in March, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Carter, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.9 days and collects up to 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Carter, Kentucky, are January through April, October through December. In Carter, Kentucky, in March, during 5.4 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.9 snowfall days, and 11.93" (303mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Carter, Kentucky, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Carter, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:55 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 in Carter is 5.9h.

UV index

In Carter, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Carter?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Carter, Kentucky, are 53.1°F (11.7°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Carter?

In Carter, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in Carter in March?

In March, in Carter, Kentucky, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout March, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Carter?

In Carter, Kentucky, during March, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Carter have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Carter?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Carter, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:55 pm EDT.

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

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

In Carter, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Carter?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Carter, KY

Average temperature in March - Carter, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.1°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 (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Carter, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Carter, KY

Average wind speed in March - Carter, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Carter, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Carter, KY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in March
Carter, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Carter, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Carter, KY

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

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

Average snowfall days in March
Carter, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Carter, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Carter, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Carter, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Carter, KY

Average UV index in March - Carter, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Carter, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Carter, KY

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

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

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