March weather forecast
Sykes, TN

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sykes, is a mild month, with an average temperature ranging between max 57.7°F (14.3°C) and min 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

March sees a marginal temperature increase, moving from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in February to a mild 57.7°F (14.3°C). During March, Sykes records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sykes, Tennessee, in March, during 16.2 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 177.2 rainfall days, and 40.94" (1040mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Sykes, during March, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Sykes, during the entire year, snow falls for 14 days and aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

Daylight

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 7:05 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 5.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sykes in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 57.7°F (14.3°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in March?

In March, the rain falls for 16.2 days. Throughout March, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Sykes?

In March, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout March, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sykes have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:05 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 long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Sykes is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in March
Sykes, TN

Average temperature in March - Sykes, TN
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in March
Sykes, TN

Average pressure in March - Sykes, TN
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

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

Average wind speed in March
Sykes, TN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in March
Sykes, TN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Sykes, TN

Average rainfall in March - Sykes, TN
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.99"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in March
Sykes, TN

Average rainfall days in March - Sykes, TN
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sykes, TN

Average snowfall in March - Sykes, TN
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in March
Sykes, TN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Sykes, TN

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sykes, 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: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sykes, TN

Average sunshine days in March - Sykes, TN
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

Average UV index in March
Sykes, TN

Average UV index in March - Sykes, 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
Sykes, TN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Sykes, TN

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

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

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