March weather forecast
Newport, KY

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Weather in March

March signals the arrival of spring, characterized by a significant climb in temperatures in Newport, Kentucky. The temperatures rise significantly, fluctuating from 35.4°F (1.9°C) to 51.4°F (10.8°C). The daylight hours in March increase considerably, hinting at the commencement of longer, warmer days. Rainfall becomes more frequent, replacing snowfall, a transition symphonic to the spring weather pattern. The increasing warmth coupled with the melting of residual snow, adds to the damp conditions during this time of year.

Temperature

Observing a rise in March, the average high-temperature goes from February's wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C) to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). The temperature in Newport lowers to an average of 35.4°F (1.9°C) during March nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Newport is 76%.

Rainfall

In Newport, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.9 rainfall days, and 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Newport are January through April, November and December. In Newport, during March, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Newport, there are 20.7 snowfall days, and 6.85" (174mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Newport is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:01 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

The average sunshine in March in Newport is 5.9h.

UV index

In Newport, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in March translates into these instructions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Newport?

March temperatures in Newport, Kentucky, vary between a high-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and a low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Newport?

In March, the average relative humidity in Newport is 76%.

How much does it rain in Newport in March?

In Newport, Kentucky, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Newport in March?

In Newport, in March, during 3.2 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Newport?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Newport?

On the first day of March in Newport, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:31 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 8:01 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Newport, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Newport?

In Newport, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Newport?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Newport, Kentucky, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Newport, KY

Average temperature in March - Newport, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Newport, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Newport, KY

Average wind speed in March - Newport, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Newport, KY

Average humidity in March - Newport, KY
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Newport, KY

Average rainfall in March - Newport, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in March
Newport, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Newport, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Newport, KY

Average snowfall in March - Newport, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Newport, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Newport, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 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
Newport, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Newport, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Newport, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Newport, KY

Average UV index in March - Newport, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Newport, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Newport, KY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
Newport, KY

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

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

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