March weather forecast
Index, KY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Index, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 37°F (2.8°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

Index's transition into March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) in February to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). Index experiences a nighttime temperature average of 37°F (2.8°C) during March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Index, in March, during 14 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Index, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Index are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout March, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 12.48" (317mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Index, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 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 is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Index, is 53.8°F (12.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Index, in March, during 14 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Index, in March, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Index?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:55 pm EDT.

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 EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Index have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In Index, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Index, KY

Average temperature in March - Index, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.8°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 (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in March
Index, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Index, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Index, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Index, KY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.89").

Average rainfall days in March
Index, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Index, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Index, KY

Average snowfall in March - Index, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Index, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Index, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Index, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Index, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Index, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Index, KY

Average UV index in March - Index, 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
Index, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Index, KY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Index, KY

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

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

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