March weather forecast
Joy, KY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Joy, is a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and an average high of 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of March, Joy's average high-temperature sees a rise, moving from February's frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a refreshing 55.8°F (13.2°C). Joy registers a consistent average low-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) during March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Joy, during March, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. In Joy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.8 days and collects up to 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 1.7 days. Throughout March, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15 snowfall days, and 4.8" (122mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Joy, Kentucky, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:15 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

In Joy, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 55.8°F (13.2°C) and 40.3°F (4.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Joy?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout March, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Joy, in March, during 1.7 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Joy have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:15 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 many hours of sunshine does Joy have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

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

Average temperature in March
Joy, KY

Average temperature in March - Joy, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Joy, KY

Average pressure in March - Joy, 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
Joy, KY

Average wind speed in March - Joy, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in March
Joy, KY

Average humidity in March - Joy, 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
Joy, KY

Average rainfall in March - Joy, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in March
Joy, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Joy, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Joy, KY

Average snowfall in March - Joy, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Joy, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Joy, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Joy, KY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Joy, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Joy, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Joy, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Joy, KY

Average UV index in March - Joy, 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
Joy, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Joy, KY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Joy, KY

Average visibility in March - Joy, 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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