March weather forecast
Columbia, KY

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Columbia, is a moderate month, with an average temperature ranging between max 55.9°F (13.3°C) and min 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

March's arrival brings a change in high-temperatures, moving from a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C) in February to a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C). In March, Columbia experiences a temperature dip to an average of 39°F (3.9°C) at night.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Columbia, Kentucky, is 79%.

Rainfall

In Columbia, during March, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.3 rainfall days, and 38.27" (972mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 3.4 days. Throughout March, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated. In Columbia, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.3 days and aggregates up to 9.13" (232mm) 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 6:10 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Columbia, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:03 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 Columbia, the average sunshine in March is 5.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Columbia?

In March, in Columbia, the average high-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Columbia?

In Columbia, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How much does it rain in Columbia in March?

In Columbia, Kentucky, during March, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Columbia?

In Columbia, in March, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Columbia have in March?

The average day length in March in Columbia, Kentucky, is 11h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Columbia?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Columbia, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:03 pm CDT.

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

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 Columbia?

In Columbia, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Columbia?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Columbia, Kentucky, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Columbia, KY

Average temperature in March - Columbia, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Columbia, KY

Average pressure in March - Columbia, KY
  • Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Columbia, KY

Average wind speed in March - Columbia, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in March
Columbia, KY

Average humidity in March - Columbia, KY
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Columbia, KY

Average rainfall in March - Columbia, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.36").

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Average rainfall days in March
Columbia, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Columbia, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Columbia, KY

Average snowfall in March - Columbia, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Columbia, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Columbia, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Columbia, KY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Columbia, KY
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Columbia, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Columbia, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Columbia, KY

Average UV index in March - Columbia, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Columbia, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Columbia, KY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Columbia, KY

Average visibility in March - Columbia, KY
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July and September (5mi).

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