March weather forecast
Drift, KY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Drift, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Temperature

March's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) in February to a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C). During the month of March, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Drift is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 16.9 days. Throughout March, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Drift, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.3 days and collects up to 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Drift. In Drift, in March, during 4.9 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 15.24" (387mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Drift, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Drift, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:53 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 6.1h.

UV index

In Drift, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Drift?

March temperatures in Drift vary between a high-temperature of 54.9°F (12.7°C) and a low-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Drift?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Drift?

In Drift, Kentucky, in March, it is raining for 16.9 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Drift in March?

In Drift, during March, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Drift?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Drift?

On the first day of March in Drift, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.

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

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 Drift?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Drift?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Drift, Kentucky, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Drift, KY

Average temperature in March - Drift, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in March
Drift, KY

Average pressure in March - Drift, KY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Drift, KY

Average wind speed in March - Drift, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Drift, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Drift, KY

Average rainfall in March - Drift, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in March
Drift, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Drift, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Drift, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Drift, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Drift, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Drift, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Drift, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Drift, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Drift, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Drift, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Drift, 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 32).

Average visibility in March
Drift, KY

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

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

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