March weather forecast
Sassafras, KY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sassafras, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 37.4°F (3°C).

Temperature

Sassafras in March experiences an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from February's chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C). The average low-temperature during March nights is a wintry 37.4°F (3°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Sassafras, during March, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.8 rainfall days, and 24.84" (631mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 4.4 days. Throughout March, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sassafras, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.3 days and aggregates up to 11.34" (288mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:54 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 6.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Sassafras is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Sassafras?

The high-temperature, in March, in Sassafras, is 54.3°F (12.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 37.4°F (3°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in March?

In Sassafras, in March, snow falls for 4.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sassafras have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March in Sassafras, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:26 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:54 pm EDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

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

Average temperature in March - Sassafras, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 54.3°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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in March
Sassafras, KY

Average pressure in March - Sassafras, KY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"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
Sassafras, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in March
Sassafras, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Sassafras, KY

Average rainfall in March - Sassafras, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in March
Sassafras, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Sassafras, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sassafras, KY

Average snowfall in March - Sassafras, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sassafras, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Sassafras, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Sassafras, KY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sassafras, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sassafras, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Sassafras, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Sassafras, KY

Average UV index in March - Sassafras, KY
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
Sassafras, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Sassafras, KY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Sassafras, KY

Average visibility in March - Sassafras, KY
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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