March weather forecast
Amherst, TN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Amherst, is a moderate month, with an average temperature varying between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature during March adjusts from February's chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) to a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C). March is noted for a mean low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Humidity

In Amherst, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Amherst, during March, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.9 rainfall days, and 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Amherst, Tennessee, are January through April, November and December. In Amherst, in March, during 1.7 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Amherst, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.5 days and aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Amherst is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Amherst, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:57 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

In March, the average sunshine in Amherst, Tennessee, is 6.5h.

UV index

In Amherst, Tennessee, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in March transforms into this advice:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Amherst?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Amherst, is 58.1°F (14.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Amherst?

In Amherst, Tennessee, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in Amherst in March?

In Amherst, in March, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Amherst in March?

In Amherst, during March, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Amherst have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Amherst?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Amherst, Tennessee, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:57 pm EDT.

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

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 Amherst?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Amherst is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in Amherst?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Amherst is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Amherst, TN

Average temperature in March - Amherst, TN
  • Average high temperature in March: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Amherst, TN

Average pressure in March - Amherst, TN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"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
Amherst, TN

Average wind speed in March - Amherst, TN
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in March
Amherst, TN

Average humidity in March - Amherst, TN
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in March
Amherst, TN

Average rainfall in March - Amherst, TN
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in March
Amherst, TN

Average rainfall days in March - Amherst, TN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Amherst, TN

Average snowfall in March - Amherst, TN
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Amherst, TN

Average snowfall days in March - Amherst, TN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
Amherst, TN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Amherst, TN
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Amherst, TN

Average sunshine days in March - Amherst, TN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Amherst, TN

Average UV index in March - Amherst, TN
  • 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
Amherst, TN

Average cloud cover in March - Amherst, TN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Amherst, TN

Average visibility in March - Amherst, TN
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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