Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
March
Weather in March
Temperature
The onset of March marks an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 48°F (8.9°C) in February to a refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C). The mean low-temperature during March nights in Alpena is a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Alpena, in March, during 14.1 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.5 rainfall days, and 31.89" (810mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In March, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout March, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated. In Alpena, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.3 days and aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) 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 6:42 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 7:34 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 6.7h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in March?
What are the most humid months?
What is the average humidity in March?
How much does it rain in March?
How much does it snow in March?
How many hours of daylight does Alpena have in March?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March?
How many hours of sunshine does Alpena have in March?
What is the UV index intensity in March?
Average temperature in March
Alpena, AR
- Average high temperature in March: 57.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 40.1°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 (28.6°F).
Average pressure in March
Alpena, AR
- Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Alpena, AR
- Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Alpena, AR
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and October (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Alpena, AR
- Average rainfall in March: 3.31"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.97").
Average rainfall days in March
Alpena, AR
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Alpena, AR
- Average snowfall in March: 1.61"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Alpena, AR
- Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Alpena, AR
- 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 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Alpena, AR
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Alpena, AR
- 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, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Alpena, AR
- Average cloud cover in March: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in March
Alpena, AR
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).