March weather forecastBirmingham, AL
March
Weather in March
Birmingham, Alabama, undergoes a significant weather transformation in March. The city experiences warmer temperatures, with the maximum reaching 64°F (17.8°C), a substantial increase from February. This increased temperature often results in a hike in rainfall activity, both in terms of intensity and frequency. Notable is the lesser snowfall, with only 0.04" (1mm) compared to February. While the city enjoys more sunshine hours, the prevailing wind speed decreases, providing more calm and enjoyable outdoor experiences.Temperature
The commencement of March sees a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C) in February to a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C). Birmingham anticipates an average minimum temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) in the month of March.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Birmingham, Alabama, in March, during 12.7 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Birmingham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.1 days and collects up to 18.58" (472mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Birmingham aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Birmingham, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.5 days and aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow.Daylight
In Birmingham, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Birmingham, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:07 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
The average sunshine in March is 6.3h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Birmingham, AL
- Average high temperature in March: 64°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 46°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Birmingham, AL
- 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 (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Birmingham, AL
- Average wind speed in March: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Birmingham, AL
- Average humidity in March: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Birmingham, AL
- Average rainfall in March: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.02").
Average rainfall days in March
Birmingham, AL
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Birmingham, AL
- Average snowfall in March: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Birmingham, AL
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Birmingham, 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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Birmingham, AL
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Birmingham, AL
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Birmingham, 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).
Average visibility in March
Birmingham, 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).
