March weather forecast
Nicholasville, KY

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Weather in March

A notable jump in temperature between 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°C) in March signals the arrival of Spring in Nicholasville. The city starts to shake off its winter mantle, with snowfall becoming less common and the last of the winter chill giving way to sporadic warm spells. Bulbs break through the thawing ground and daylight extends its reach across the city by 12 hours. Winds calm down, encouraging more outdoor activity for local residents. March paves the way for a more perceptible break from winter's grasp as April approaches.

Temperature

The shift into March in Nicholasville brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C) in February to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). The average low-temperature, in March, in Nicholasville, is an icy 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Nicholasville, Kentucky, is 79%.

Rainfall

In Nicholasville, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Nicholasville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.2 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Nicholasville. In Nicholasville, Kentucky, in March, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Nicholasville, there are 30.9 snowfall days, and 8.78" (223mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Nicholasville, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 8:00 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 is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Nicholasville?

The high-temperature, in March, in Nicholasville, records 53.8°F (12.1°C), while the low-temperature is 37.2°F (2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Nicholasville?

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Nicholasville?

In March, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout March, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Nicholasville in March?

In Nicholasville, Kentucky, during March, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Nicholasville have in March?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Nicholasville?

On the first day of March in Nicholasville, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:32 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 8:00 pm EDT.

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

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Nicholasville, Kentucky, 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 Nicholasville?

The average sunshine duration in March in Nicholasville, Kentucky, is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Nicholasville?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Nicholasville, KY

Average temperature in March - Nicholasville, KY
  • Average high temperature in March: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in March
Nicholasville, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Nicholasville, KY

Average wind speed in March - Nicholasville, KY
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in March
Nicholasville, KY

Average humidity in March - Nicholasville, KY
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Nicholasville, KY

Average rainfall in March - Nicholasville, KY
  • Average rainfall in March: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in March
Nicholasville, KY

Average rainfall days in March - Nicholasville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Nicholasville, KY

Average snowfall in March - Nicholasville, KY
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Nicholasville, KY

Average snowfall days in March - Nicholasville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in March: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
Nicholasville, KY

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Nicholasville, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Nicholasville, KY

Average sunshine days in March - Nicholasville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Nicholasville, KY

Average UV index in March - Nicholasville, 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
Nicholasville, KY

Average cloud cover in March - Nicholasville, KY
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

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 29).

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Average visibility in March
Nicholasville, KY

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May and July (5mi).

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