Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
March brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C). Throughout the month of March, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 44.2°F (6.8°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 79%.Rainfall
In Petertown, during March, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.1 rainfall days, and 38.11" (968mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in March, Petertown aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 7.3 snowfall days, and 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Petertown, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:39 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
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Average temperature in March
Petertown, MS
- Average high temperature in March: 61.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 44.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).
Average pressure in March
Petertown, MS
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Petertown, MS
- Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).
Average humidity in March
Petertown, MS
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in March
Petertown, MS
- Average rainfall in March: 3.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").
Average rainfall days in March
Petertown, MS
- Average rainfall days in March: 15.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Petertown, MS
- Average snowfall in March: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Petertown, MS
- Average snowfall days in March: 1.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Petertown, MS
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Petertown, MS
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Petertown, MS
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Petertown, MS
- Average cloud cover in March: 48
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in March
Petertown, MS
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May and July (5mi).
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