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
As February transitions into March, McDowell notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) to a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C). Throughout March, McDowell registers a consistent average low-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in McDowell, Kentucky, is 78%.Rainfall
In McDowell, during March, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation. In McDowell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.3 days and collects up to 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in McDowell are January through April, October through December. In McDowell, during March, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow. In McDowell, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 15.24" (387mm) 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 7:00 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EST. On the last day of March, in McDowell, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:16 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 March, the average sunshine is 6.1h.UV index
In McDowell, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 3 during March translates into the following guidance:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
What are March temperatures in McDowell?
What is the average humidity in March in McDowell?
How much does it rain in McDowell in March?
How many days does it snow in March in McDowell?
How many hours of daylight does McDowell have in March?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in McDowell?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in McDowell?
How many hours of sunshine does McDowell have in March?
What is the UV index reading in March in McDowell?
Average temperature in March
McDowell, KY
- Average high temperature in March: 54.9°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 (41.2°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 37.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).
Average pressure in March
McDowell, 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 (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
McDowell, KY
- Average wind speed in March: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in March
McDowell, KY
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (74%).
Average rainfall in March
McDowell, KY
- Average rainfall in March: 2.99"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").
Average rainfall days in March
McDowell, KY
- Average rainfall days in March: 16.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
McDowell, KY
- Average snowfall in March: 2.36"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in March
McDowell, KY
- Average snowfall days in March: 4.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
McDowell, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
McDowell, KY
- Average sunshine days in March: 9.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).
Average UV index in March
McDowell, KY
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June 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
McDowell, KY
- Average cloud cover in March: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
McDowell, 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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