March weather forecast
Sparta, KY

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a fresh month in Sparta, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 52.3°F (11.3°C) and an average low of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

As Sparta enters March, the average high-temperature increases from the a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C) of February to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). Sparta's average low-temperature for the month of March records at a wintry 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sparta, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.2 days and collects up to 10.87" (276mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sparta are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout March, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sparta, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.9 days and aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:33 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:02 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 is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in March translates into this advice:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures?

The high-temperature, in March, in Sparta, records 52.3°F (11.3°C), while the low-temperature is 35.8°F (2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

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

How many days does it rain in March?

In Sparta, in March, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Sparta, in March, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:33 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:02 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 long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Sparta, KY

Average temperature in March - Sparta, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 52.3°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 (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Sparta, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sparta, KY

Average wind speed in March - Sparta, 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 (4.9mph).

Average humidity in March
Sparta, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Sparta, KY

Average rainfall in March - Sparta, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.55").

Average rainfall days in March
Sparta, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Sparta, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sparta, KY

Average snowfall in March - Sparta, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sparta, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Sparta, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sparta, KY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sparta, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sparta, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Sparta, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Sparta, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Sparta, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Sparta, 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 28).

Average visibility in March
Sparta, KY

Average visibility in March - Sparta, KY
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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