March weather forecastColumbus, GA
March
Weather in March
The arrival of March indicates a gradual transition from winter to spring in Columbus, Georgia. With temperatures varying between 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 67.6°F (19.8°C), March signifies a considerable increase in warmth from the preceding winter months. The daylight stretches to 12 hours signaling the start of longer days. Rainfall on 12.8 days per month is a prominent feature of Columbus' weather during this period. As spring blooms, the display of colors in the Georgian landscape is enchanting.Temperature
The start of March is characterized by a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderate 60.3°F (15.7°C) in February to an enjoyable 67.6°F (19.8°C). Columbus throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Columbus is 71%.Rainfall
In Columbus, in March, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Columbus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.9 days and collects up to 26.81" (681mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Columbus aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Columbus, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.1 days and aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Columbus is 12h and 0min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:37 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:59 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine is 6.7h.UV index
In Columbus, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in March leads to these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Columbus, GA
- Average high temperature in March: 67.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 48.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).
Average pressure in March
Columbus, GA
- Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Columbus, GA
- Average wind speed in March: 7.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in March
Columbus, GA
- Average humidity in March: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and October (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Columbus, GA
- Average rainfall in March: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").
Average rainfall days in March
Columbus, GA
- Average rainfall days in March: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Columbus, GA
- Average snowfall in March: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Columbus, GA
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Columbus, GA
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Columbus, GA
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Columbus, GA
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in March
Columbus, GA
- Average cloud cover in March: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Columbus, GA
- 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).
