March weather forecast
Gifford, KY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Gifford, is a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between min 37.4°F (3°C) and max 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

Gifford's weather in March shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from February's chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). In Gifford, March nights witness a steady temperature drop to an icy 37.4°F (3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout March, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gifford, Kentucky, there are 178.7 rainfall days, and 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gifford are January through April, October through December. In Gifford, in March, during 4.8 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Gifford, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.5 days and aggregates up to 15.43" (392mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:54 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 Gifford, the average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In Gifford, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gifford in March?

The high-temperature during March is 54.1°F (12.3°C) and the low-temperature is 37.4°F (3°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Gifford?

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

How much does it rain in Gifford in March?

In Gifford, in March, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Gifford in March?

In Gifford, Kentucky, in March, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Gifford?

On the first day of March in Gifford, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in March in Gifford?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading 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
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Gifford, KY

Average temperature in March - Gifford, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.1°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 (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Gifford, KY

Average pressure in March - Gifford, 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
Gifford, KY

Average wind speed in March - Gifford, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Gifford, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Gifford, KY

Average rainfall in March - Gifford, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in March
Gifford, KY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Gifford, KY

Average snowfall in March - Gifford, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Gifford, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Gifford, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Gifford, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Gifford, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Gifford, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Gifford, KY

Average UV index in March - Gifford, 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
Gifford, KY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Gifford, KY

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

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

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