March weather forecast
McDonough, GA

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Weather in March

March ushers in the delightful onset of spring in McDonough, revealing an impressive surge in temperatures, now between 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 64.2°F (17.9°C). Showers in McDonough get slightly more persistent with rainfall at 2.64" (67mm) distributed over 15.3 days. Residents and visitors alike often enjoy the extended daylight hours, now close to 12 hours, savoring the mild springtime weather. Higher UV index of 4 prompts sun protection. Outdoor activities and outings are highly encouraged at this time.

Temperature

The onset of March in McDonough introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C) in February to a comfortable 64.2°F (17.9°C). In March, McDonough's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 45.9°F (7.7°C) during the night.

Humidity

In McDonough, Georgia, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

Rainfall

In March, in McDonough, Georgia, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout March, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In McDonough, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.5 days and collects up to 40.08" (1018mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in McDonough. March is the last month it regularly snows in McDonough. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, McDonough aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in McDonough, there are 2.7 snowfall days, and 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In McDonough, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:33 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:56 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 McDonough, Georgia, the average sunshine in March is 7.1h.

UV index

In McDonough, Georgia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in McDonough?

An average high-temperature, in March, in McDonough, is 64.2°F (17.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C).

What is the average humidity in March in McDonough?

The average relative humidity in March in McDonough, Georgia, is 75%.

How much does it rain in McDonough in March?

In March, in McDonough, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout March, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in McDonough?

March is the last month it regularly snows in McDonough. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, McDonough aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

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

In March, the average day length in McDonough, Georgia, is 12h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in McDonough?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:33 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in McDonough, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:56 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in McDonough, Georgia, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in McDonough?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.1h.

What is the UV index reading in March in McDonough?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in McDonough, Georgia, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
McDonough, GA

Average temperature in March - McDonough, GA
  • Average high temperature in March: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.4°F).

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Average pressure in March
McDonough, GA

Average pressure in March - McDonough, 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 (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
McDonough, GA

Average wind speed in March - McDonough, GA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in March
McDonough, GA

Average humidity in March - McDonough, GA
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
McDonough, GA

Average rainfall in March - McDonough, GA
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in March
McDonough, GA

Average rainfall days in March - McDonough, GA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
McDonough, GA

Average snowfall in March - McDonough, GA
  • Average snowfall in March: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.39").
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
McDonough, GA

Average snowfall days in March - McDonough, GA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 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
McDonough, GA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - McDonough, GA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
McDonough, GA

Average sunshine days in March - McDonough, GA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
McDonough, GA

Average UV index in March - McDonough, GA
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
McDonough, GA

Average cloud cover in March - McDonough, GA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
McDonough, GA

Average visibility in March - McDonough, 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).

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