March weather forecast
Rainbow City, AL

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rainbow City, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.8°F (17.1°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of March signals a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 55°F (12.8°C) in February to a comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C). March nights in Rainbow City are marked by an average low-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Rainbow City is 78%.

Rainfall

In Rainbow City, during March, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation. In Rainbow City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.9 days and collects up to 39.41" (1001mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Rainbow City aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.2 snowfall days, and 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Rainbow City is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Rainbow City, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:31 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

The average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

In Rainbow City, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Rainbow City?

In Rainbow City, in March, the average high-temperature is 62.8°F (17.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.8°F (7.1°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Rainbow City?

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

How much does it rain in Rainbow City in March?

In March, in Rainbow City, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout March, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Rainbow City?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Rainbow City aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Rainbow City?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Rainbow City?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 5:40 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Rainbow City, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:04 pm CDT.

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

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 in Rainbow City?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in March in Rainbow City?

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

Average temperature in March - Rainbow City, AL
  • Average high temperature in March: 62.8°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 (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

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Average pressure in March
Rainbow City, AL

Average pressure in March - Rainbow City, 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
Rainbow City, AL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in March
Rainbow City, AL

Average humidity in March - Rainbow City, 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 (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Rainbow City, AL

Average rainfall in March - Rainbow City, AL
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.4").

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Average rainfall days in March
Rainbow City, AL

Average rainfall days in March - Rainbow City, AL
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Rainbow City, AL

Average snowfall in March - Rainbow City, AL
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
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
Rainbow City, AL

Average snowfall days in March - Rainbow City, AL
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rainbow City, AL

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rainbow City, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Rainbow City, AL

Average sunshine days in March - Rainbow City, AL
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Rainbow City, AL

Average UV index in March - Rainbow City, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Rainbow City, AL

Average cloud cover in March - Rainbow City, AL
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Rainbow City, AL

Average visibility in March - Rainbow City, 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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