March weather forecast
Louisville, KY

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Louisville city at dusk, Kentucky
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Weather in March

March is often considered the cusp of spring in Louisville. With an average high temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and a lower humidity of 77%, the city slowly warms from the chill of the first two months. The amount of daylight extends to 12 hours bringing more sunshine to the beautiful city. Snowfall reduces significantly, signaling the end of winter. Despite the changing season, it's worth noting that wind speeds remain relatively steady.

Temperature

The shift into March in Louisville is marked by a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). In the month of March, Louisville witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Humidity

In Louisville, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Louisville, during March, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In Louisville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.2 days and collects up to 17.64" (448mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Louisville. In March, in Louisville, it is snowing for 3.4 days. Throughout March, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 25 snowfall days, and 3.7" (94mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Louisville, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 8:05 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 Louisville, Kentucky, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

In Louisville, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Louisville?

The high-temperature in Louisville during March is 54.1°F (12.3°C) and the low-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Louisville?

In Louisville, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Louisville?

In Louisville, Kentucky, during March, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Louisville?

In Louisville, Kentucky, in March, during 3.4 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in March in Louisville is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Louisville?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 8:05 pm EDT.

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

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 Louisville have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Louisville is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Louisville?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Louisville is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Louisville, KY

Average temperature in March - Louisville, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Louisville, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Louisville, KY

Average wind speed in March - Louisville, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Louisville, KY

Average humidity in March - Louisville, KY
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Louisville, KY

Average rainfall in March - Louisville, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.38"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.89").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Louisville, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Louisville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Louisville, KY

Average snowfall in March - Louisville, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Louisville, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Louisville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 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
Louisville, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Louisville, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Louisville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Louisville, KY

Average UV index in March - Louisville, 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
Louisville, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Louisville, KY

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

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

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