March weather forecast
Olmstead, KY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Olmstead, is a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 57°F (13.9°C).

Temperature

The start of March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C) in February to a refreshing 57°F (13.9°C). During March, Olmstead observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In March, in Olmstead, Kentucky, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout March, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Olmstead, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.7 days and collects up to 14.96" (380mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Olmstead are January through March and December. The months with the most snowfall in Olmstead are January, March and December, with an average 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Olmstead is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:09 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Olmstead in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Olmstead, Kentucky, are 57°F (13.9°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Olmstead?

March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in March in Olmstead?

In Olmstead, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in Olmstead in March?

In Olmstead, Kentucky, in March, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Olmstead?

The months with the most snowfall in Olmstead, Kentucky, are January, March and December, with an average 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated snow.

What is the last month it snows in Olmstead?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Olmstead. During 1.2 snowfall days, in March, Olmstead aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Olmstead have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Olmstead?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 5:42 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Olmstead, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:09 pm CDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Olmstead, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Olmstead?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Olmstead?

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

Average temperature in March - Olmstead, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 57°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

Average pressure in March
Olmstead, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Olmstead, KY

Average wind speed in March - Olmstead, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Olmstead, KY

Average humidity in March - Olmstead, KY
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Olmstead, KY

Average rainfall in March - Olmstead, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in March
Olmstead, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Olmstead, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Olmstead, KY

Average snowfall in March - Olmstead, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The months with the highest snowfall are January, March and December (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Olmstead, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Olmstead, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Olmstead, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Olmstead, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Olmstead, KY

Average UV index in March - Olmstead, 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
Olmstead, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Olmstead, KY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Olmstead, KY

Average visibility in March - Olmstead, 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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