March weather forecast
Dayton, KY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Dayton, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

Dayton sees an increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of March, moving from February's cold 40.8°F (4.9°C) to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). During March, an average low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C) is observed.

Humidity

In Dayton, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.9 rainfall days, and 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, in Dayton, Kentucky, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated. In Dayton, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.7 days and aggregates up to 6.85" (174mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:01 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 5.9h.

UV index

In Dayton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Dayton in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Dayton, is 51.4°F (10.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 35.4°F (1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, in Dayton, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In March, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout March, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Dayton have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:01 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 Dayton, Kentucky, 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 Dayton have in March?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In Dayton, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Dayton, KY

Average temperature in March - Dayton, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Dayton, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Dayton, KY

Average wind speed in March - Dayton, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Dayton, KY

Average humidity in March - Dayton, KY
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Dayton, KY

Average rainfall in March - Dayton, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Dayton, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Dayton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dayton, KY

Average snowfall in March - Dayton, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.73"

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
Dayton, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Dayton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 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
Dayton, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dayton, KY

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

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Dayton, KY

Average UV index in March - Dayton, 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
Dayton, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Dayton, KY

Average visibility in March - Dayton, 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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