March weather forecast
Plum, KY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Plum, is a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.4°F (11.9°C) and min 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

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

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 5.7 days. Throughout March, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.8 snowfall days, and 12.72" (323mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

The average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Plum, Kentucky, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Plum?

March temperatures vary between a 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 Plum, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Plum, in March, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Plum, in March, snow falls for 5.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:58 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 Plum, 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 Plum have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Plum, KY

Average temperature in March - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average pressure in March - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average wind speed in March - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average humidity in March - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average rainfall in March - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average snowfall in March - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average UV index in March - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Plum, 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
Plum, KY

Average visibility in March - Plum, 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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