March weather forecast
Charleston, AR

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Charleston, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

As Charleston transitions into March, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in February to an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C). March brings Charleston a consistent average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Charleston, Arkansas, are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In March, in Charleston, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout March, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.9 rainfall days, and 20.94" (532mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Charleston are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Charleston aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Charleston, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.6 days and aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) 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 6:44 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:37 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 Charleston, the average sunshine in March is 6.8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Charleston in March?

Charleston in March has an average high-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What is the most humid month in Charleston?

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in March in Charleston?

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Charleston?

In Charleston, in March, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Charleston?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Charleston aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

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

In March, the average day length in Charleston, Arkansas, is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Charleston?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:37 pm CDT.

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

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 Charleston?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Charleston is 6.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Charleston?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Charleston, Arkansas, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Charleston, AR

Average temperature in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average high temperature in March: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 42.4°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 (31.5°F).

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Average pressure in March
Charleston, AR

Average pressure in March - Charleston, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Charleston, AR

Average wind speed in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average wind speed in March: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Charleston, AR

Average humidity in March - Charleston, 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 July and August (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Charleston, AR

Average rainfall in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in March
Charleston, AR

Average rainfall days in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Charleston, AR

Average snowfall in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Charleston, AR

Average snowfall days in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 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
Charleston, AR

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Charleston, AR

Average sunshine days in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Charleston, AR

Average UV index in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Charleston, AR

Average cloud cover in March - Charleston, AR
  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in March
Charleston, AR

Average visibility in March - Charleston, 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).

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