March weather forecastAshland, KY
March
Weather in March
With the onset of March, Ashland experiences herald signs of spring. The weather transitions considerably from February, with snowfall totals decreasing to 1.02" (26mm) over just four days. The overall temperatures see a favorable increase, shaking off the extreme winter cold. March also marks a visible rise in daylight hours, falling in line with the general perception of spring's arrival. Although not a complete departure from winter, the weather patterns in March reflect a blend of lingering winter conditions and incoming spring features.Temperature
As March begins, there is an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) in February to a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C). In March, Ashland's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 36.1°F (2.3°C) during the night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In Ashland, in March, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.5 rainfall days, and 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Ashland, in March, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In Ashland, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.7 days and aggregates up to 7.56" (192mm) of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:53 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 Ashland, Kentucky, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Ashland, KY
- Average high temperature in March: 53.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 36.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).
Average pressure in March
Ashland, KY
- Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Ashland, KY
- Average wind speed in March: 6.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in March
Ashland, KY
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Ashland, KY
- Average rainfall in March: 1.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").
Average rainfall days in March
Ashland, KY
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Ashland, KY
- Average snowfall in March: 1.02"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Ashland, KY
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ashland, KY
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Ashland, KY
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Ashland, KY
- Average UV index in March: 3
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
Ashland, KY
- Average cloud cover in March: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Ashland, KY
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).
