March weather forecast
Paintsville, KY

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Weather in March

March delights residents and visitors with a considerable decline in snowfall, with only 2.44" (62mm) recorded. The weather heats up, marking a definitive transition into spring. Sunshine hours increase, fostering a more vibrant and refreshing atmosphere. Residents begin to spend more time outdoors as temperatures become more manageable. Overall, the subtle gracility of March lays the groundwork for the vibrant brightness of spring.

Temperature

The arrival of March signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 45°F (7.2°C) in February to a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C). Throughout the month of March, Paintsville witnesses an average temperature of 37.4°F (3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Paintsville, in March, during 15.8 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 173.4 rainfall days, and 30.24" (768mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout March, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.6 snowfall days, and 13.82" (351mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Paintsville, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
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 March, in Paintsville, sunrise is at 7:16 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 in Paintsville is 6.2h.

UV index

In Paintsville, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Paintsville in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Paintsville, records 54.1°F (12.3°C), while the low-temperature is 37.4°F (3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Paintsville, Kentucky, during March, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Paintsville, in March, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Paintsville have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and 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 7:16 am and sunset at 7:53 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 Paintsville, 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 Paintsville, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in March in Paintsville?

In Paintsville, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Paintsville, KY

Average temperature in March - Paintsville, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.1°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 (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Paintsville, KY

Average pressure in March - Paintsville, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Paintsville, KY

Average wind speed in March - Paintsville, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Paintsville, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Paintsville, KY

Average rainfall in March - Paintsville, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Paintsville, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Paintsville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Paintsville, KY

Average snowfall in March - Paintsville, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Paintsville, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Paintsville, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Paintsville, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Paintsville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Paintsville, KY

Average UV index in March - Paintsville, 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
Paintsville, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Paintsville, KY

Average visibility in March - Paintsville, 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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