March weather forecastFort Payne, AL
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Fort Payne, is a moderate month, with an average temperature varying between 43°F (6.1°C) and 60.1°F (15.6°C).Temperature
The arrival of March introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) in February to a moderate 60.1°F (15.6°C). During March, Fort Payne's temperature averages to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) at night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 79%.Rainfall
In Fort Payne, in March, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 4.09" (104mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fort Payne, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.7 days and collects up to 47.01" (1194mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in March, Fort Payne aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Fort Payne, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.3 days and aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:03 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 Fort Payne, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.UV index
In Fort Payne, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Fort Payne, AL
- Average high temperature in March: 60.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.1°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 43°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Fort Payne, 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).
Average wind speed in March
Fort Payne, AL
- Average wind speed in March: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Fort Payne, AL
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Fort Payne, AL
- Average rainfall in March: 4.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.84").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.95").
Average rainfall days in March
Fort Payne, AL
- Average rainfall days in March: 15.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).
Average snowfall in March
Fort Payne, AL
- Average snowfall in March: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Fort Payne, AL
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.5 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
Fort Payne, AL
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Fort Payne, AL
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.1 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Fort Payne, AL
- 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Fort Payne, AL
- Average cloud cover in March: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Fort Payne, AL
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).
