March weather forecast
Alton, AL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Alton, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 63.7°F (17.6°C).

Temperature

March signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's 55.8°F (13.2°C) to a still refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C). Throughout March, the average low-temperature dips to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Alton, in March, during 13 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149 days and collects up to 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Alton. March is the last month it regularly snows in Alton. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Alton aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3 snowfall days, and 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:06 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 Alton, the average sunshine in March is 6.3h.

UV index

In Alton, Alabama, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Alton in March?

Alton in March has an average high-temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Alton?

In Alton, Alabama, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Alton?

In Alton, Alabama, in March, during 13 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Alton?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Alton. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Alton aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

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

In March, the average day length is 12h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Alton?

On the first day of March in Alton, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:06 pm CDT.

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

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

In March, the average sunshine duration in Alton, Alabama, is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in March in Alton?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Alton, Alabama, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Alton, AL

Average temperature in March - Alton, AL
  • Average high temperature in March: 63.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Alton, AL

Average pressure in March - Alton, AL
  • 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).

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Average wind speed in March
Alton, AL

Average wind speed in March - Alton, AL
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Alton, AL

Average humidity in March - Alton, AL
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Alton, AL

Average rainfall in March - Alton, AL
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in March
Alton, AL

Average rainfall days in March - Alton, AL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Alton, AL

Average snowfall in March - Alton, AL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Alton, AL

Average snowfall days in March - Alton, AL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Alton, AL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Alton, AL
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Alton, AL

Average sunshine days in March - Alton, AL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Alton, AL

Average UV index in March - Alton, AL
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Alton, AL

Average cloud cover in March - Alton, AL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Alton, AL

Average visibility in March - Alton, AL
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

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

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