March weather forecast
Athens, TN

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a moderate month in Athens, Tennessee, with an average temperature ranging between max 58.8°F (14.9°C) and min 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

March signifies a subtle uplift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in February to a moderate 58.8°F (14.9°C). During March, Athens sees a mean low-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Athens is 78%.

Rainfall

In Athens, during March, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. In Athens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.6 days and collects up to 17.44" (443mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Athens. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Athens aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Athens, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.3 days and aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Athens is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:59 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 Athens is 6.6h.

UV index

In Athens, Tennessee, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during March translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Athens in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Athens, records 58.8°F (14.9°C), while the low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Athens?

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

How many days does it rain in March in Athens?

In March, in Athens, Tennessee, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout March, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Athens?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Athens, Tennessee. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Athens aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Athens?

The average day length in March in Athens, Tennessee, is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Athens?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Athens, 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 Athens have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Athens, Tennessee, is 6.6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Athens?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Athens is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Athens, TN

Average temperature in March - Athens, TN
  • Average high temperature in March: 58.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 41.2°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 (30.6°F).

Average pressure in March
Athens, TN

Average pressure in March - Athens, 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
Athens, TN

Average wind speed in March - Athens, TN
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4mph).

Average humidity in March
Athens, TN

Average humidity in March - Athens, TN
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August, September, October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Athens, TN

Average rainfall in March - Athens, TN
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

Average rainfall days in March
Athens, TN

Average rainfall days in March - Athens, TN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Athens, TN

Average snowfall in March - Athens, TN
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.24"

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

Average snowfall days in March
Athens, TN

Average snowfall days in March - Athens, TN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Athens, TN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Athens, TN

Average sunshine days in March - Athens, TN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Athens, TN

Average UV index in March - Athens, TN
  • Average UV index in March: 4

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
Athens, TN

Average cloud cover in March - Athens, TN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Athens, TN

Average visibility in March - Athens, 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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