March weather forecastMammoth Cave National Park, KY

The attractive frozen Niagara in the historical Mammoth Cave National Park, KentuckyThe attractive frozen Niagara in the historical Mammoth Cave National Park, Kentucky

March

Weather in March

March marks a significant leap in weather conditions: temperatures increase and the daylight hours extend further. The high temperature creeps up to 57°F (13.9°C), providing a warm yet fresh atmosphere within the park. Additionally, the UV index rises, mimicking an early summer vibe. Though rainfall takes center stage with 13 rainy days in the month, it does not deter the rapid flourishing of flora. The transition to spring weather becomes increasingly evident during this period.

Temperature

Mammoth Cave National Park experiences a temperature shift with the start of March, with average high-temperatures moving from a chilly 46.4°F (8°C) in February to a refreshing 57.2°F (14°C). In Mammoth Cave National Park, a significant divergence from daytime highs is recorded, with average lows of 35.6°F (2°C) during March nights.

Rainfall

In Mammoth Cave National Park, in March, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 4.88" (124mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mammoth Cave National Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126 days and collects up to 50.63" (1286mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:06 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 March, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during March translates into the following directions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in March, in Mammoth Cave National Park, is 57.2°F (14°C), while the low-temperature averages to 35.6°F (2°C).

In Mammoth Cave National Park, during March, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.88" (124mm) of precipitation.

In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:06 pm CDT.

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.

In Mammoth Cave National Park, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in March
Mammoth Cave National Park, KY

  • Average high temperature in March: 57°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

Average rainfall in March
Mammoth Cave National Park, KY

  • Average rainfall in March: 4.9"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (3").

Average rainfall days in March
Mammoth Cave National Park, KY

  • Average rainfall days in March: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13 days).
The months with the least rainy days are September and October (8 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Mammoth Cave National Park, 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: 6h

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h).

Average UV index in March
Mammoth Cave National Park, KY

  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).