March weather forecast
Shelton, KY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a refreshing month in Shelton, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 55.6°F (13.1°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) to a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C). In Shelton, the average low-temperature during the month of March is a wintry 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Shelton, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. In Shelton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.4 days and collects up to 20" (508mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Shelton, in March, during 1.9 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.2 snowfall days, and 3.03" (77mm) 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 6:21 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:13 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shelton in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 55.6°F (13.1°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°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 Shelton, during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Shelton in March?

In Shelton, in March, snow falls for 1.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shelton have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:13 pm CDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Shelton have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Shelton, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Shelton, KY

Average temperature in March - Shelton, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in March
Shelton, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Shelton, KY

Average wind speed in March - Shelton, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Shelton, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Shelton, KY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in March
Shelton, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Shelton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Shelton, KY

Average snowfall in March - Shelton, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Shelton, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Shelton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Shelton, KY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Shelton, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Shelton, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Shelton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Shelton, KY

Average UV index in March - Shelton, 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
Shelton, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Shelton, KY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

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

Average visibility in March
Shelton, KY

Average visibility in March - Shelton, 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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