March weather forecast
Sitka, KY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Sitka, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 37.4°F (3°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

With the transition into March, Sitka experiences an increase in average high-temperatures, moving up from a frosty 45°F (7.2°C) in February to a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C). An average low-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) is observed during March nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Sitka, in March, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sitka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.4 days and collects up to 30.24" (768mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Sitka, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, 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.
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 6.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index 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 maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

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

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout March, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March?

In Sitka, in March, during 4.9 snowfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When 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, 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 Sitka have in March?

In Sitka, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March?

In Sitka, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Sitka, KY

Average temperature in March - Sitka, 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
Sitka, KY

Average pressure in March - Sitka, 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
Sitka, KY

Average wind speed in March - Sitka, 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
Sitka, KY

Average humidity in March - Sitka, 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
Sitka, KY

Average rainfall in March - Sitka, 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
Sitka, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Sitka, 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
Sitka, KY

Average snowfall in March - Sitka, 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
Sitka, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Sitka, 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
Sitka, KY

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

Average sunshine days in March - Sitka, 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
Sitka, KY

Average UV index in March - Sitka, 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
Sitka, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Sitka, 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
Sitka, KY

Average visibility in March - Sitka, 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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