March weather forecast
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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, May, Kentucky, USA - Weather March' itemprop='relatedLink'>March, is a fresh month in May, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 53.4°F (11.9°C) and an average low of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

With the transition into March, May experiences a subtle uplift in average high-temperatures, adjusting from a frosty 44.6°F (7°C) in February to a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C). May, in March, witnesses an average low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In May, in March, during 17.5 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 195.8 rainfall days, and 40.35" (1025mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In May, in March, during 5.4 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.6 snowfall days, and 19.29" (490mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 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 6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in May, is 53.4°F (11.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 17.5 days. Throughout March, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In May, during March, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does May have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:53 pm EDT.

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

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 March, the average sunshine duration in May, Kentucky, is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes 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
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Average temperature in March
May, KY

Average temperature in March - May, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in March
May, KY

Average pressure in March - May, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
May, KY

Average wind speed in March - May, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in March
May, KY

Average humidity in March - May, KY
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
May, KY

Average rainfall in March - May, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in March
May, KY

Average rainfall days in March - May, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 17.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
May, KY

Average snowfall in March - May, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
May, KY

Average snowfall days in March - May, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - May, 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 June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
May, KY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8 days).

Average UV index in March
May, KY

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

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
May, KY

Average visibility in March - May, 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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