March weather forecastJackson, KY
March
Weather in March
March registers a noticeable shift in weather patterns, as the city of Jackson transitions from the cold of winter to the budding signs of spring. It experiences a rise in temperature and a decrease in snowfall from 2.87" (73mm) in March. The increase in daylight hours, coupled with slowly increasing sunshine hours, signal the gradual retreat of winter. Rainfall remains consistent, as do humidity levels, providing necessary moisture for burgeoning spring growth. As the month proceeds, the weather continues to moderate, priming the city for the mildness of April.Temperature
The shift into March is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in February to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). In March, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 37.8°F (3.2°C).Humidity
In Jackson, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In Jackson, in March, during 15.7 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Jackson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178 days and collects up to 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Jackson, in March, during 5.2 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Jackson, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.8 days and aggregates up to 17.32" (440mm) 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 7:03 am and sunset at 6:27 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:55 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 Jackson, the average sunshine in March is 6.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Jackson is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: During March, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Jackson, KY
- Average high temperature in March: 54.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 37.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).
Average pressure in March
Jackson, KY
- Average pressure in March: 30.09"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Jackson, KY
- Average wind speed in March: 6.7mph
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
Jackson, KY
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).
Average rainfall in March
Jackson, KY
- Average rainfall in March: 3.15"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in March
Jackson, KY
- Average rainfall days in March: 15.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Jackson, KY
- Average snowfall in March: 2.87"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
Jackson, KY
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Jackson, 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 6min
The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Jackson, KY
- Average sunshine days in March: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).
Average UV index in March
Jackson, 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
Jackson, KY
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Jackson, KY
- Average visibility in March: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).
