March weather forecast
Dalton, KY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderate month in Dalton, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Temperature

The transition from February to March brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C). In March, Dalton records an average nighttime temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dalton, during March, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 143.8 rainfall days, and 22.68" (576mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Dalton. During 1.4 snowfall days, in March, Dalton aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Dalton, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.2 days and aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:13 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

In March, in Dalton, the average high-temperature is 55.6°F (13.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout March, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.4 snowfall days, in March, Dalton aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dalton have in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:13 pm CDT.

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 CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in March in Dalton?

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

Average temperature in March - Dalton, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Dalton, KY

Average pressure in March - Dalton, 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
Dalton, KY

Average wind speed in March - Dalton, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Dalton, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Dalton, KY

Average rainfall in March - Dalton, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Dalton, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Dalton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dalton, KY

Average snowfall in March - Dalton, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Dalton, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Dalton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 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
Dalton, KY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Dalton, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dalton, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Dalton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in March
Dalton, KY

Average UV index in March - Dalton, 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
Dalton, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Dalton, KY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Dalton, KY

Average visibility in March - Dalton, KY
  • 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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