March weather forecast
Mount Sterling, KY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and an average high of 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Temperature

March marks a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from February's chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) to a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C). Throughout March, the temperature falls to an average low of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Humidity

In Mount Sterling, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Mount Sterling, during March, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mount Sterling, there are 169.6 rainfall days, and 35.67" (906mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mount Sterling are January through April, October through December. In Mount Sterling, during March, snow falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow. In Mount Sterling, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.8 days and aggregates up to 12.72" (323mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Mount Sterling is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:58 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 Mount Sterling, Kentucky, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Mount Sterling in March?

During March, Mount Sterling experiences an average high-temperature of 53.4°F (11.9°C) and a low-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Mount Sterling?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in Mount Sterling in March?

In March, in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout March, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mount Sterling in March?

In March, it is snowing for 5.7 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Mount Sterling?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Mount Sterling?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:58 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, 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 Mount Sterling have in March?

In Mount Sterling, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Mount Sterling?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Mount Sterling 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 temperature in March
Mount Sterling, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Mount Sterling, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Mount Sterling, KY

Average wind speed in March - Mount Sterling, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Mount Sterling, KY

Average humidity in March - Mount Sterling, KY
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

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

Average rainfall in March
Mount Sterling, KY

Average rainfall in March - Mount Sterling, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in March
Mount Sterling, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Mount Sterling, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Mount Sterling, KY

Average snowfall in March - Mount Sterling, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Mount Sterling, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Mount Sterling, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 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
Mount Sterling, KY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Mount Sterling, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Mount Sterling, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Mount Sterling, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Mount Sterling, KY

Average UV index in March - Mount Sterling, 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
Mount Sterling, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Mount Sterling, KY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in March
Mount Sterling, KY

Average visibility in March - Mount Sterling, KY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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