March weather forecast
Poplar Plains, KY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Poplar Plains, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and an average high of 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 42.8°F (6°C) to a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C). In the month of March, Poplar Plains experiences an average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

In Poplar Plains, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Poplar Plains, Kentucky, in March, during 12.6 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Poplar Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.3 days and collects up to 17.36" (441mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Poplar Plains, in March, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.87" (22mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.6 snowfall days, and 5.16" (131mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:57 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 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Poplar Plains is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during March translates into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Poplar Plains are 52.5°F (11.4°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Poplar Plains, in March, during 12.6 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Poplar Plains, Kentucky, in March, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Poplar Plains have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Poplar Plains, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:57 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 Poplar Plains, 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 March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Poplar Plains, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Poplar Plains, KY

Average temperature in March - Poplar Plains, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36.1°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 (25.2°F).

Average pressure in March
Poplar Plains, KY

Average pressure in March - Poplar Plains, 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
Poplar Plains, KY

Average wind speed in March - Poplar Plains, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in March
Poplar Plains, KY

Average humidity in March - Poplar Plains, KY
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

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

Average rainfall in March
Poplar Plains, KY

Average rainfall in March - Poplar Plains, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.93").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, September and October (1.06").

Average rainfall days in March
Poplar Plains, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Poplar Plains, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Poplar Plains, KY

Average snowfall in March - Poplar Plains, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Poplar Plains, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Poplar Plains, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Poplar Plains, KY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Poplar Plains, 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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Poplar Plains, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Poplar Plains, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Poplar Plains, KY

Average UV index in March - Poplar Plains, 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
Poplar Plains, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Poplar Plains, KY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Poplar Plains, KY

Average visibility in March - Poplar Plains, KY
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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