March weather forecast
Cookeville, TN

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Weather in March

As Cookeville transitions from winter to spring in March, a noticeable difference in weather characteristics can be expected. Days become warmer and longer, and rainfall persists, setting the stage for the lush, green landscapes associated with spring. March experiences a significant rise in temperatures, varying between 40.1°F (4.5°C) to 57.4°F (14.1°C), creating a very tangible sense of seasonal change. Anticipation of more sunlight hours increases as Cookeville moves towards the brighter and warmer days of April. Therefore, with spring in the air, March ushers in a refreshing shift in Cookeville's weather.

Temperature

A subtle rise in the average high-temperature is observed during March, adjusting from a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) in February to a refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C). Throughout March, Cookeville witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Cookeville, in March, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cookeville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.9 days and collects up to 38.31" (973mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout March, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 13.7 snowfall days, and 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Cookeville is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:37 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:03 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

In March, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

In Cookeville, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in March?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 57.4°F (14.1°C) and a low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in March?

In Cookeville, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In Cookeville, during March, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Cookeville, during March, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cookeville have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:37 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:03 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 Cookeville have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Cookeville?

In Cookeville, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Cookeville, TN

Average temperature in March - Cookeville, TN
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

Average pressure in March
Cookeville, TN

Average pressure in March - Cookeville, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Cookeville, TN

Average wind speed in March - Cookeville, TN
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in March
Cookeville, TN

Average humidity in March - Cookeville, TN
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Cookeville, TN

Average rainfall in March - Cookeville, TN
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in March
Cookeville, TN

Average rainfall days in March - Cookeville, TN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cookeville, TN

Average snowfall in March - Cookeville, TN
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Cookeville, TN

Average snowfall days in March - Cookeville, TN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Cookeville, TN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Cookeville, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Cookeville, TN

Average sunshine days in March - Cookeville, TN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Cookeville, TN

Average UV index in March - Cookeville, 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
Cookeville, TN

Average cloud cover in March - Cookeville, TN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in March
Cookeville, TN

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

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

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