March weather forecast
Sewanee, TN

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Weather in March

March sees Sewanee transitioning from winter conditions toward spring. The weather starts to become noticeably milder compared to the earlier months. Rainfall prevails, with days getting increasingly longer and cloudiness slightly reducing. The month poses an upward trend in both relative humidity and temperature range. However, a stand-out feature for March, is a significant reduction in snowfall, with measurements dropping to just 0.67" (17mm).

Temperature

The onset of March in Sewanee introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) in February to a refreshing 57.6°F (14.2°C). Throughout March, Sewanee witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 80%.

Rainfall

In Sewanee, in March, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sewanee, Tennessee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.9 days and collects up to 48.15" (1223mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sewanee, Tennessee, are January through April, October through December. In Sewanee, during March, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Sewanee, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.1 days and aggregates up to 7.72" (196mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sewanee, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:04 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 Sewanee, Tennessee, the average sunshine in March is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Sewanee?

In Sewanee, in March, the average high-temperature is 57.6°F (14.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.8°F (4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Sewanee?

The average relative humidity in March in Sewanee, Tennessee, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Sewanee?

In March, in Sewanee, Tennessee, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout March, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Sewanee?

In Sewanee, Tennessee, in March, during 2.6 snowfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sewanee have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Sewanee?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Sewanee, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:04 pm CDT.

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

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

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Sewanee?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Sewanee, TN

Average temperature in March - Sewanee, TN
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in March
Sewanee, TN

Average pressure in March - Sewanee, TN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in March
Sewanee, TN

Average wind speed in March - Sewanee, TN
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4mph).

Average humidity in March
Sewanee, TN

Average humidity in March - Sewanee, TN
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Sewanee, TN

Average rainfall in March - Sewanee, TN
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.51").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.8").

Average rainfall days in March
Sewanee, TN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sewanee, TN

Average snowfall in March - Sewanee, TN
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sewanee, TN

Average snowfall days in March - Sewanee, TN
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.1 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
Sewanee, TN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sewanee, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sewanee, TN

Average sunshine days in March - Sewanee, TN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Sewanee, TN

Average UV index in March - Sewanee, 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
Sewanee, TN

Average cloud cover in March - Sewanee, TN
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Sewanee, TN

Average visibility in March - Sewanee, TN
  • Average visibility in March: 5mi

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

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