March weather forecast
Newport, KY

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Weather in March

March signals the arrival of spring, characterized by a significant climb in temperatures in Newport, Kentucky. The temperatures rise significantly, fluctuating from 35.4°F (1.9°C) to 51.4°F (10.8°C). The daylight hours in March increase considerably, hinting at the commencement of longer, warmer days. Rainfall becomes more frequent, replacing snowfall, a transition symphonic to the spring weather pattern. The increasing warmth coupled with the melting of residual snow, adds to the damp conditions during this time of year.

Temperature

March indicates a change in the average high-temperature, moving up from a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C) in February to a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C). Newport experiences an average nighttime temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C) in the month of March.

Humidity

In Newport, the average relative humidity in March is 76%.

Rainfall

In Newport, Kentucky, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.9 rainfall days, and 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Newport, during March, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Newport, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.7 days and aggregates up to 6.85" (174mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:01 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

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum 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 Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

During March, Newport experiences an average high-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and a low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Newport, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Newport, Kentucky, in March, during 3.2 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Newport, KY

Average temperature in March - Newport, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in March
Newport, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Newport, KY

Average wind speed in March - Newport, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Newport, KY

Average humidity in March - Newport, KY
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Newport, KY

Average rainfall in March - Newport, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in March
Newport, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Newport, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Newport, KY

Average snowfall in March - Newport, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Newport, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Newport, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 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
Newport, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Newport, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Newport, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Newport, KY

Average UV index in March - Newport, 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
Newport, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March
Newport, KY

Average visibility in March - Newport, 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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