March weather forecastForrest City, AR
March
Weather in March
As the grip of winter begins to relax, March witnesses a significant increase in temperature and daylight hours in Forrest City, Arkansas. This change is a precursor to the approaching spring. Bright, sunny days become more frequent, with longer daylight hours indicating an upcoming season shift. Despite the weather becoming increasingly warm, sitting at an average high temperature of 60.8°F (16°C), brief downpours may occur abruptly. However, the shortest bursts of snow can still occur in March, being only 0.04" (1mm) on average.Temperature
The transition from February to March brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) to a refreshing 60.8°F (16°C). Throughout March, Forrest City witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C).Humidity
March is the most humid month in Forrest City, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In Forrest City, during March, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 127.8 rainfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, October through December are months with snowfall in Forrest City. March is the last month it regularly snows in Forrest City. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Forrest City aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Forrest City, Arkansas, there are 4.3 snowfall days, and 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:24 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 Forrest City, the average sunshine in March is 6.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Forrest City is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during March translates into the following directions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Forrest City, AR
- Average high temperature in March: 60.8°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 (46.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 45.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Forrest City, AR
- Average pressure in March: 30.07"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
Forrest City, AR
- Average wind speed in March: 9.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in March
Forrest City, AR
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in March
Forrest City, AR
- Average rainfall in March: 1.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").
Average rainfall days in March
Forrest City, AR
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.1 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May, July and August (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Forrest City, AR
- Average snowfall in March: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Forrest City, AR
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Forrest City, 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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Forrest City, AR
- Average sunshine days in March: 16.4 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Forrest City, AR
- Average UV index in March: 4
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Forrest City, AR
- Average cloud cover in March: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in March
Forrest City, AR
- 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).
