Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The shift into March is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C) in February to a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C). Throughout March nights, Dorton experiences a consistent temperature average of 36.5°F (2.5°C).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout March, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dorton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 201.6 days and collects up to 40.75" (1035mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Dorton are January through May, October through December. In Dorton, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Dorton, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.1 days and aggregates up to 24.8" (630mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March in Dorton, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:24 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:52 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 Dorton, the average sunshine in March is 6.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Dorton is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Dorton in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Dorton?
How many days does it rain in March in Dorton?
How many days does it snow in March in Dorton?
What is the average length of the day in March in Dorton?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Dorton?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Dorton?
How many hours of sunshine does Dorton have in March?
What is the UV index reading in March in Dorton?
Average temperature in March
Dorton, KY
- Average high temperature in March: 53.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 36.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).
Average pressure in March
Dorton, KY
- Average pressure in March: 30.1"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Dorton, KY
- Average wind speed in March: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in March
Dorton, KY
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Dorton, KY
- Average rainfall in March: 3.23"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").
Average rainfall days in March
Dorton, KY
- Average rainfall days in March: 18.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Dorton, KY
- Average snowfall in March: 3.54"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Dorton, KY
- Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dorton, 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 36min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min
The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Dorton, KY
- Average sunshine days in March: 8.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Dorton, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Dorton, KY
- Average cloud cover in March: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in March
Dorton, KY
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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