March weather forecast
Sanford, MS

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sanford, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature ranging between max 69.4°F (20.8°C) and min 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Temperature

As February transitions into March, Sanford notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C) to a pleasant 69.4°F (20.8°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Sanford, in March, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166.2 rainfall days, and 34.88" (886mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Sanford aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2 snowfall days, and 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sanford, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:16 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 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during March morphs into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

During March, Sanford experiences an average high-temperature of 69.4°F (20.8°C) and a low-temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Sanford, during March, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Sanford. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Sanford aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March?

The average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:16 pm CDT.

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 CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Sanford have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sanford, MS

Average temperature in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average high temperature in March: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Sanford, MS

Average pressure in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sanford, MS

Average wind speed in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in March
Sanford, MS

Average humidity in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Sanford, MS

Average rainfall in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

Average rainfall days in March
Sanford, MS

Average rainfall days in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sanford, MS

Average snowfall in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sanford, MS

Average snowfall days in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sanford, MS

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sanford, MS

Average sunshine days in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Sanford, MS

Average UV index in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Sanford, MS

Average cloud cover in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Sanford, MS

Average visibility in March - Sanford, MS
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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