March weather forecast
Morehead, KY

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Weather in March

March signals the outset of spring in Morehead. The temperatures take a comfortable leap from the previous month, relieving the residents from their winter straightjacket. Rainfall increases and the snowfall from the earlier months starts to peter out giving an extra boost to blooming spring flowers. While cloud cover reduces, winter's hangover remains with the overcast skies outpacing clear ones. Daylight hours continue their upward trajectory, encouraging people to step outdoors and soak in sunlit days.

Temperature

Morehead's transition into March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) in February to a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C). Morehead's average low-temperature during March nights is observed to be a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Morehead, during March, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. In Morehead, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.6 days and collects up to 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Morehead. In March, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout March, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.5 snowfall days, and 11.14" (283mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Morehead, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:56 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 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Morehead, is 53.2°F (11.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In Morehead, during March, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Morehead, during March, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Morehead have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Morehead?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:56 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In Morehead, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March 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 snowfall days
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Average temperature in March
Morehead, KY

Average temperature in March - Morehead, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.2°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 (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.3°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 (25.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Morehead, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Morehead, KY

Average wind speed in March - Morehead, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in March
Morehead, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in March
Morehead, KY

Average rainfall in March - Morehead, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in March
Morehead, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Morehead, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Morehead, KY

Average snowfall in March - Morehead, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Morehead, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Morehead, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Morehead, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Morehead, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Morehead, KY

Average UV index in March - Morehead, 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
Morehead, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Morehead, KY

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

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

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